Newton Public Schools Newton , MA 02458
Posted 3 weeks ago
Department: Middle School Science Job Title: General Science Teacher FLSA Status:
(Exempt/Non-exempt) Exempt; Unit A Reports to: Principal, Assistant Principal, Department Head/Curriculum Coordinator In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.
Summary:
The General Science Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for middle school students in grades 6-8.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in subject area and requisite licensure as defined by the DESE
Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to use technology effectively
Desired Qualifications:
Experience teaching middle school students in subject area
Knowledge of behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures
Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions
Ability to organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks
Good judgment and good problem-solving skills
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):
Prepare and deliver instructional lessons with clear and measurable outcomes
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds
Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students
Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as specified in educational plans (IEPs) and as needed to meet the learning needs of students
Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment
Use a variety of formal and informal assessments to accurately measure student progress toward and to modify further instruction
Use a computer and other technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom
Provide students with support (remediation and enrichment) using a variety of strategies
Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson and assessment design
Participate actively in faculty, department and team meetings
Set professional development goals, develop professional development plans, and participate in professional development activities that improve teaching practice
Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and the community
Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions
Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
Work Environment:
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The teacher is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.
Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Newton Public Schools