Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Education, the Science Teacher provides direct educational services to the student population using professionally and educationally acceptable methods and techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares standards aligned lesson plans that follow the Science and Technology curriculum, including Project Lead the Way.
• Collaborates with teammates about best practice and teaching strategies that support student learning.
• Collaborates with teachers in other content areas to produce cross-curricular projects and assignments.
• Engages students in the Science program using a hands-on learning approach.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with colleagues, administration, and families.
• Uses data collected using formative and summative assessments to discuss and inform instruction.
• Attends meetings, conferences, and in-service, and participates in special events of the school and the agency

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates Basic computer knowledge, Basic knowledge of excel, word, and Google forms
• Demonstrates leadership in the classroom.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm towards students, parents and staff.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to any situation inside and outside the classroom.
• Demonstrates organizational skills for the classroom.
• Demonstrates the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Demonstrates the ability to work as a team as well as independently.
• Demonstrates respect towards the students, parents and coworkers.
• Demonstrate the ability to listen to others and remain receptive to new ideas.
• Demonstrate the ability to address criticism in an appropriate manner and develop constructive outcomes.
• Demonstrate sustained effort and enthusiasm in the quality and quantity of work.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with staff, students, and the community.
• Demonstrate effective time management, organizational skills, and prioritization of work to meet the needs of the users.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative, flexibility, and the ability to work independently.
• Demonstrate excellent human relations and interpersonal skills.
• Must possess ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

The teaching position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field from a four-year College or University. Must be certified by the Wisconsin Department of Instruction (Science license preferred). At least one year of previous teaching experience in a related area teacher is preferred. Must be creative, flexible, tech-savvy, and ready to be part of a team that is a leader in science and technology education. Being willing to learn and support students in trades experiences such as woodworking and shop class is a plus.

Working Conditions:

This position is in a classroom environment where the noise level can be low/moderate depending on instructional plans. May have to sit or stand for long periods. It may be necessary to walk up and downstairs throughout the day. May include lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling.