What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Science Teacher position at Riley Street Middle School?
Hiring for 2026-2027 School Year
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach students utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
- Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provided individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
- Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Establish and maintain standard of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program.
- Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
- Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
- Maintain professional competence through staff development activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
- Select and requisition books and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
- Supervise students in and out of classroom activities during the assigned workday.
- Administer group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing policies.
- Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
- Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA/BS degree for a college or university
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with DI endorsement
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