Science Teacher, 1.00 FTE

Position Type:

Middle School Teaching/Science

Date Posted:

6/10/2024

Location:

Weston Middle School

Date Available:

August 2024

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POSITION: Middle School Science Teacher

Qualifications Required:

• Holds or is eligible for the Connecticut State Certification 034 General Science, 030 Biology

• Possesses a degree from an accredited college or university

• Possesses extensive knowledge of needs, behavior and growth patterns of children ages 10-13

• Possesses a strong background in basic physical science, life science and earth science

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate

Reports to:

Middle School Principal

Job Goal:

• To instruct students in various science disciplines, fostering a curiosity for scientific inquiry, and develop critical thinking skills

• To motivate each student to acquire knowledge of scientific facts and principles, and skills in scientific methods of problem solving

• To discover and develop special talents of students in scientific fields

Performance Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging and comprehensive science lessons aligned with state standards and curriculum guidelines.

• Utilize various teaching methods, resources, and technologies to make science concepts accessible and interesting to students.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive science curriculum that aligns with state standards and school guidelines

• Provide engaging and hands-on instruction in various science disciplines, fostering a curiosity and interest in scientific concepts

• Stimulates the desire for learning in each student, encouraging individuality and creativity

• Expands the student's ability to think, to find and analyze information, and to make decisions

• Promotes each student's mastery of the basic skills

• Encourages development of each student's full potential, the ability to explore knowledge, acquire skills, and express a thorough understanding of selected subjects

• Offers materials that introduce students to new and emerging fields

• Implements a program of study according to system-established scope and sequence guidelines

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, supportive of school policies, and appropriate to the maturity and interest of middle school students

• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals

• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required

• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation

• Maintains professional competence through a variety of activities including inservice education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities

• Plan and organize science-related field trips or guest speaker presentations to enrich student learning experiences

• Ensures safety protocols are followed during lab sessions

• Serves on staff committees

• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities of a certified professional as the principal may assign from time to time

Terms of Employment:

As established by the Contract between the Weston Board of Education and the Weston Teachers Association.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Weston Plan for the improvement of instruction and evaluation of teachers and applicable State Statutes.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Weston Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Weston Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The Weston Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.