Biology Teacher

JOB GOAL: To create an environment that encourages students to learn, take risks, become self-advocates, and productive members of society in accordance with DESE standards for effective teaching. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Must have the ability to: -Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students-Plan and implement lessons based on the curriculum-Utilize specific instructional strategies and practices that allow for the differentiation of instruction to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of various learners-Use instructional technology appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology -Use reasoning ability to evaluate assessment data and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action -Use contemporary professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decisions-Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community -Establish and implement classroom rules and expectations for classroom behavior that maintain order in the classroom-Work collaboratively with colleagues, students and families communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form -Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents, and the general public -Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously -Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state, and federal laws, and Grafton Public Schools policies -Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner -Plan, coordinate, conduct, and participate in ongoing professional and staff development-Other duties as assigned by the building principal