What are the responsibilities and job description for the WMS Science Teacher position at Warren Middle School?
Warren Middle School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Middle School Science Teacher to educate and support students in 8th grade. The ideal candidate will collaborate with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to enhance student learning outcomes, implement inclusive teaching practices, and strengthen students’ scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. This role requires a commitment to equity, differentiated instruction, and fostering a supportive, engaging learning environment.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement engaging, standards-based science lessons aligned to state standards that meet diverse student needs.
- Foster a positive, inclusive classroom culture that encourages curiosity, inquiry, and scientific thinking.
- Differentiate instruction to support students with various learning styles, including those with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
- Promote hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that build students’ understanding of scientific concepts and real-world applications.
- Integrate literacy strategies within science instruction to support students’ ability to read, write, and communicate scientific ideas (e.g., vocabulary development, data analysis, explaining reasoning, interpreting informational texts).
- Collaborate with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to analyze student data, develop instructional strategies, and promote best teaching practices in science.
- Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, including technology, labs, experiments, and cooperative learning structures.
- Assess and evaluate student progress using formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and provide targeted interventions.
- Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and school staff regarding student progress and performance in science.
- Establish and enforce classroom expectations to create a respectful, structured, and safe learning environment, especially during lab activities.
- Participate in school events, faculty meetings, and ongoing professional development.
- Support students’ social-emotional development by building positive relationships and fostering confidence in their scientific abilities.