Math & Science Teacher - Middle School Math And Science Teacher

Job Title: Math & Science Teacher

• Middle School Math and Science Teacher
  Category: Middle School Teaching

Position: Middle School Math and Science Teacher / Full-time (1.0 FTE)

Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Principal and/or Assistant Principal, the Science Teacher will provide instruction in Math and Science/Biology and implement District approved curriculum. The Teacher will provide a positive learning environment, document instruction and student progress, activities and outcomes while providing feedback to students, guardians and Administration and perform other functions as required. Candidates should be collaborative and experienced in building positive relationships with students and colleagues.

Qualifications:
Oregon teaching license endorsed in: Biology Endorsement
Math Endorsement
Must be Highly Qualified per ESSA

Bachelor's degree from accredited university, Master's in Science preferred
Demonstrated subject matter proficiency within area of assignment.
Understanding of skills/strategies necessary to meet the diverse needs of students.
Ability to utilize effective practices to build a community of learners.
Readily implement technology to aid instruction and meet building/district requirements.
Strong classroom management skills.
Effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff.

Major responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Strategies
Teach Math and Science concepts and skills adopted by the District
Create an atmosphere that is conducive to learning in a modern environment that allows for and fosters engaging dialogue
Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for helping individual students to achieve educational growth
Develop, plan, organize and maintain effective classroom management strategies in alignment with District and school site policies, guidelines and procedures
Develop lesson plans and instructional material and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
Develop and maintain an organized, orderly and clean classroom and lab
Utilize a variety of instructional approaches, visual aids and models to demonstrate and teach science concepts
Adapt the science curriculum, materials and methods to develop sequential assignments that guide, challenge and meet the needs of students.
Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations
Prepare student progress reports; consistently communicate student progress to students, parents, school counselors and site administration
Make acceptable lesson plans, leave directions for substitutes and perform all other duties as required by the administration

Essential Job Requirements

• Qualifications:
  Knowledge of: Principles, theories, practices, methods and standards used in curriculum development, lesson planning and classroom instruction
  Principles, theories, practices and methods and techniques to create a classroom environment that promotes positive student conduct and motivation for student learning
  Student guidance principles and practices
  Applicable sections of the State Education Code, District Policies and other applicable laws
  Current trends and research concerning the growth and development of students

Salary: Annual Salary Range $52,346 - $101,447
Initial placement based on education and experience.
$1,000 Professional Work Day Stipend

Required Documents:
Application
Letter of interest
Resume
3 current letters of recommendation
Transcripts (may be unofficial until hired)
Copy of Oregon teaching license
Copy of ORELA or Praxis scores

District / School Profile: Available at web site: www.oregontrailschools.com

Oregon Trail School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Reasonable accommodations for application opportunity will be provided upon request to the Personnel Department (503) 668-5541. Speech/hearing impaired assistance is available through Oregon Relay at 1-800-735-2900.