Biology Teacher

Da Vinci Schools; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in California seeks a passionate high school Biology teacher. The role involves teaching grades 9-12, developing project-based curricula, and fostering an inclusive classroom environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and a California teaching credential, emphasizing diversity and effective teaching strategies.

Qualifications

• California credential authorizing service as a teacher of secondary level students in Biology.
• State-required English Learner Authorization.

Responsibilities

• Teach and instruct pupils in grades 9 through 12 in Biology.
• Plan and conduct a comprehensive educational program.
• Create inquiry-based project-based curriculum.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Diversity Awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Technology Integration

Job description

TEACHER - HIGH SCHOOL BIOLOGY

DEFINITION

Under direction, teach and instruct pupils in grades 9 through 12 in secondary academic subject matter, social, behavioral, and other educational skill areas; plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive educational program for secondary level pupils in Biology instruction.

Da Vinci Schools are project-based, college preparatory schools, each with a distinct focus which drives the curriculum students take in addition to their A-G college preparatory requirements. As a project-based school, class curricula are centered around projects, which teach students the essential skills and knowledge of a course. Da Vinci teachers use Mastery Based Grading and work with industry partners to provide real-world connections to their projects.

Da Vinci Schools is looking for candidates who desire to:

• Work closely with a grade level team to plan interdisciplinary projects and units
• Create and facilitate inquiry-based project-based curriculum
• Connect academic subject matter to the world outside the classroom
• Actively create space for diverse voices and points of view that reinforce each student’s identity
• Act as an advisor to a group of students
• Engage in self-reflection and a diversity of thinking, particularly related to the school’s mission to support diversity, equity inclusion and anti-racism

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• KNOWLEDGE OF:
  • A wide-range of effective teaching strategies (e.g., Universal Design and Learning - UDL), along with a willingness to learn to ensure student learning.
  • Working knowledge of technology and computer software applications relative to instruction, assessment and teacher recordkeeping.
  • Demonstrated appreciation and support for diversity in student backgrounds
  • California Standards for the Teaching Profession – current version
  • Current assessment methodologies, their use and efficacy,
  • Federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures related to duties as a teacher
  • Correct English usage, grammar and spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
  • Oral and written communication Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, diligence and courtesy
  
  ABILITY TO:
  • Work independently with appropriate direction.
  • Manage and prioritize multiple activities and work with frequent interruptions Communicate orally, in writing and through technology to express ideas, thoughts, lesson materials, and instructions to students, community, and staff.
  • Champion the success of students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
  • Perform problem-solving tasks requiring independent judgment
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
  • Work confidentially with discretion
  • Integrate technology into instruction
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
  • Meet personal and student schedules and timelines
  • Understand and interpret rules and written directions and apply to specific situations
  • Ability to operate office and classroom technology including, but not limited to: computer, webcam, LCD projector, copy machine, white board, document camera and use of related instructional software and hardware
  • Work effectively as part of a school team.

EDUCATION:

Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, and a California credential authorizing service as a teacher of secondary level students in Biology including state-required English Learner Authorization