Science Teacher - Seaford Middle School - TEMPORARY for the 2026-2027 School Year

About the role

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills and competence in one or more fields of science, including general science, earth science, biology, physiology, chemistry, and physics; promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas; develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teaches knowledge and skills in one or more fields of science, including general science, earth science, biology, physiology, chemistry, and physics, in accordance with district curriculum.
• Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence, including scientific research projects, demonstrations, experiments, and laboratory activities.
• Instructs students in the proper use and care of scientific equipment, chemicals, and plant and animal life.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Maintains familiarity with district and Delaware State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Maintains accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Sets and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Collaborates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Requirements

Delaware State Certification as a Science Teacher 1543 or as required for position (Specific science content area required.) OR Middle Level Science Teacher 1533. Information about Delaware Certification/Licensure can be found on the Delaware Department of Education website: https://deeds.doe.k12.de.us/.

Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Note: All temporary positions will end on June 30th. NUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 10 Month - 188 Days Note: Months/days will be pro-rated to start date.

FULL TIME OR PART TIME: Full Time

ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS: Yes

PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION: Yes

Minimum Qualifications: Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500

Note: All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system. With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer.

Standard Requirements: Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Protection Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment

Tuberculin Test

Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck

The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work.

The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to fill or not fill a position, to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause.

The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.

The Seaford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate or deny services on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Inquiries should be directed to: Director of Personnel, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973. Phone: (302) 629-4587.

DISCLAIMER: If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.

JLC:tac Grade Configurations: West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2, Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2, Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5, Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5, Seaford Middle School - Grade 6 through Grade 8, Seaford High School - Grade 9 through Grade 12

FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY: EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION: Professional - Teacher, POSITION TITLE: Science Teacher - Middle, MANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y/N): N, CONTRACTUAL? Y/N: Y, PAY SCALE: Teacher, FLSA STATUS (Exempt/Non-Exempt): Exempt, MONTHS EMPLOYED: 10, DAYS EMPLOYED: 188 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day), JOB CODE: P31310, DEPARTMENT: 952300500, REVISED: 4/2026