What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026-2027 Science Teacher (Alternative) position at Petersburg City Public Schools?
Position Type
High School Teaching/Science - General
Date Posted
4/9/2026
Location:
Pittman Academy
Closing Date
07/09/2026
Job Title: Science Teacher
Minimum Salary: $56,157 (Commensurate with Experience)
Supervisor: Principal
Job Classification: Exempt
Contract Length: 10-months (200 days)
Job Summary
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of a wide range of scientific subject areas.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment
Certification and Licensure License: Must be eligible or possess Virginia Collegiate Professional License or Postgraduate Professional License with appropriate endorsement in English and/or Middle School 6-8 English.
Education, Training And Experience Requirement
Certification/License: Must be eligible or possess Virginia Collegiate Professional License or Postgraduate Professional License with appropriate endorsement in Science and/or Middle School 6-8 Science.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment; Masters Degree in related area preferred
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels is a plus
High School Teaching/Science - General
Date Posted
4/9/2026
Location:
Pittman Academy
Closing Date
07/09/2026
Job Title: Science Teacher
Minimum Salary: $56,157 (Commensurate with Experience)
Supervisor: Principal
Job Classification: Exempt
Contract Length: 10-months (200 days)
Job Summary
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of a wide range of scientific subject areas.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment
Certification and Licensure License: Must be eligible or possess Virginia Collegiate Professional License or Postgraduate Professional License with appropriate endorsement in English and/or Middle School 6-8 English.
Education, Training And Experience Requirement
Certification/License: Must be eligible or possess Virginia Collegiate Professional License or Postgraduate Professional License with appropriate endorsement in Science and/or Middle School 6-8 Science.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment; Masters Degree in related area preferred
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels is a plus
Salary : $56,157