Teacher: Biology - South High School 2024-2025

SUBJECT: TEACHER - BIOLOGY - SOUTH HIGH COMMUNITY SCHOOL

REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL

The successful applicant will be accountable for teaching students the Biology state frameworks and curriculum disciplines under the direction of the Science Department Head at South High Community School.

This position is accountable for assuming the responsibility for delivering high quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards and the rules and regulations of the Worcester Public Schools.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: (to be included along with other responsibilities)

1.Responsible for remaining up to date regarding curriculum content.
2.Responsible for effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.
3.Responsible for monitoring students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments, when appropriate.
4.Responsible for effective management of classroom environment.
5.Responsible for effective instruction, which includes making learning goals clear to the students, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.
6.Responsible for using innovative approaches, and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn.
7.Responsible for the promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement.
8.Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including, for implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and\or second language learners.
9.Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.
10.Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1.MA DESE Licensure in Biology 8-12
2.SEI endorsement
3.BA Degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1.Teaching experience in the content area
2.Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs
3.Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, or an African Language
4.Experience teaching students who are English language learners
5.Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition.
6.Candidates who are licensed in another state will be considered if they qualify for the temporary license from DESE (must possess the equivalent license from another state and must have documented proof of working under that license for at least three complete school years). Candidates will need to apply for and pay for the DESE license as a condition of employment.

WORK YEAR: 184 days

SALARY: Appropriate step on Teacher's Salary Schedule

This deadline date does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment.