JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Science Teacher 

DEPARTMENT: Instructional 

REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal

DATE PREPARED/REVISED: July 10, 2023 

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND POSITION OVERVIEW 

Global Community Charter School (GCCS) is a Harlem-based International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that is innovative, inquiry-based, culturally competent and provides students with a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum that encourages critical and creative thinking. 

The Science Teacher is responsible for establishing and maintaining a classroom where whole group and small group instruction, discussion, projects and cooperative work engage students, keep classes focused, and infuse a lasting desire to learn in all. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

● Coordinating knowledge of students, instructional content, and curricular resources to design differentiated units and lesson plans aligned to the NYS P-12 Science Learning Standards ● Differentiates instruction for students as an integral aspect of planning and teaching and understands Workshop Model in the design of instruction 

● Commitment to progressive science pedagogy, e.g. using inquiry, experiments, and discussions to help students think like scientists and develop conceptual understanding 

● Evaluate academic achievement and progress towards learning objectives through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics; Utilize student data collected to drive instruction and intervention 

● Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards● Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards

● Engaging in coaching cycles and implementing research-based strategies that maximize their own performance and that of their students 

● Reflecting on their own progress as educators and seeking out professional resources to continuously improve their practice

● Managing student behavior and classroom routines to maximize learning time and create a positive classroom environment 

● Attending IEP meetings and ensuring appropriate accommodations are given to students during assessments 

● Actively participating in professional development workshops as laid out in the school and professional development calendars 

● Celebrating student achievement and progress in class and during school-wide IB PYP assemblies ● Foster meaningful relationships with students and parents that drive students to invest in theirlearning and make academic gains

● Lead a student advisory group with a focus on academic and social-emotional learning● Model, promoted and embody the International Baccalaureate learner profile to create a cohesive school culture of academic and personal success 

● Supporting the school as directed by the Principal and Assistant Principal

QUALIFICATIONS 

● A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is a must. 

● A M.A., Ed.M or Master’s degree in education preferred. 

● Demonstrating solid knowledge and understanding of the content matter.

● New York State Certification for relevant grades or demonstrated process towards obtaining certification 

● A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated success as a full-time middle school teacher preferred ● Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, urban school setting preferred. ● Evidence of excellence in teaching through continuous learning and data analysis ● Be a team player - a desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues 

● Dedication to GCCS’ mission