Date Available:
2022-23 School YearHigh School Science Teacher
Terms of Employment: 10-month, Full-time Employee
Reports to: Highschool Dean
Salary: Current Approved Odyssey Charter School CBA Salary Scale
About Us:
The future is brighter than ever for Odyssey Charter School, and we are in search of highly motivated, equally passionate individuals to join our Team! Odyssey is a full-scale K-12 Charter School currently serving 2,000 students. Our School has a growing dual immersion program, innovative green Initiative, community food program, and high academic outcomes. Odyssey is united in our mission to prepare lifelong learners who are culturally aware, global citizens that utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills grounded in the classical teachings of Greek education and language. This approach trains students to use the Socratic Method and inquiry approach to learning while leveraging their unique skills and talents equitably and democratically to create a positive culture where all students can find success.
Odyssey Charter School does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services, or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid Delaware License and 9-12 Certification in required areas by 14 Del. C. § 1531
• Successful completion of Praxis II exams
• Additional qualifications and/or alternatives as deemed necessary by the Board of Education and Administration
• AP or Dual Enrollment experience preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively Teach content area to High School Students.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students regularly and provides reports as required, as well as notifying parents of student progress when necessary.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction (as necessary) to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Determines the appropriate pace for instruction related to students' abilities and explains material and subject content to students and parents. Differentiates instruction for students based upon need and works with students and other teachers in inclusive settings.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Works cooperatively with all staff and parents.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Monitors, instructs and develops relationships with a small group advisory. Advisory supports the academic, emotional, and behavioral needs of all students and helps students with guidance and college preparation in accordance with provided lessons from the school counselor.

Standard Requirements:

• Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment
• Tuberculin Test
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck

As a condition of employment, all employees must certify that they are fully COVID-19 vaccinated; be required to test for COVID-19 every week; or request an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination(s) due to qualified ADA or sincerely held religious beliefs or practices. New Hires must complete the certification or request during their initial week of employment. This will be in effect until further notice.
Interested applicants are asked to apply online, upload a resume, and include three professional references.
Please contact our HR Department with any questions or issues applying online or to obtain an application: 302/516-8000 x600.