HIGH SCHOOL BIOLOGY TEACHER

Job Summary: Riverstone International School is seeking a full-time high school MYP and DP

biology teacher.

The science department at Riverstone International School strives to create a learning

environment in which students are working at the forefront of the always evolving advances

made in science. Alongside the DP Biology curriculum, students develop and investigate

independently generated research questions that utilizes college level lab supplies. With class

sizes averaging around 12 students, teachers develop strong relationships rooted in scientific

inquiry with students that allows for personal curiosity to flourish.

The ideal candidate would foster an educational environment conducive to the learning process

for students in Grades 9-12; establish learning objectives based upon IB curriculum and

guidelines; provide instruction in academic, social, behavioral, and other related skill areas;

evaluate student performance and progress; collaborate with team members and support staff

across disciplines and grades.

Classification Summary: This is a professional position with the primary function of facilitating

student success in academics and interpersonal skills; to document student progress; to address

specific needs of students, and to provide a safe and optimal learning environment with regular

feedback to students, parents and others regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

The teacher will establish professional goals and pursue opportunities to grow professionally

and attend school in-services and professional development opportunities. The work is

performed independently under the general guidance of the High School Director. The primary

duties of this position are performed in a school environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop annual, weekly, and DP/MYP lesson plans to organize the curriculum of

instruction.

• Coordinate with grade level and department teams to plan and collaborate on

curriculum integration.

• Establish and maintain appropriate standards of student behavior utilizing a variety of

behavior management strategies and techniques.

• Prepare accurate and timely assessments of student achievement, attendance records,

and maintain accurate and complete student records.

• Assign and grade class work, homework, and tests in a timely fashion.

• Collaborate with the High School Director and DP Coordinator to evaluate, revise,

and/or update curricula, course content and course materials.

• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by speakers, and other experiential

activities.

• Attend weekly divisional staff meetings.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding any circumstances that warrant it, both

written and oral, as well as timely entry of narratives at the end of each grading period.

• Participate in staff development activities and in-services as required or assigned.
• Participate in the Outdoor Education Program.
• Attend/Chaperone events in a way that is fair and equitable to the entire staff.
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to records and information that has been obtained

in the course of professional service with respect to students, parents, and other staff

members, unless disclosure serves professional purposes or is required by law;

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• The discipline taught (biology) at a high level;
• Effective behavior management techniques; rules and procedures for student safety;
• Formal and informal assessment strategies;
• Effective communication strategies and techniques;

Ability to:

• Work and plan collaboratively and collectively;

Motivate students, understanding their individual needs in a positive and confident

manner;

• Apply different types of teaching methods to reach all students;

Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
Display a professional attitude;
Prepare and maintain records efficiently, accurately and in a timely manner;
Adhere to Riverstone policies and procedures;
Perform related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
Lead wilderness trips with students in remote locations.

Required Experience and Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accr