Biology Teacher

Touro University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 89,280 - 111,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition exemption program

Retirement plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Touro University seeks a Biology Teacher in New York City. The role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, classroom management, and assessing student progress. Ideal candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and preferably a master's degree or NY State teaching certification. The position offers competitive salaries between $8,000 to $10,000 per semester, alongside comprehensive benefits including health plans, retirement savings, and a tuition exemption program for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university.
• Masters degree or NY State teaching certification preferred.
• Professional experience related to the field of study.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans that facilitate active learning.
• Establish and enforce rules and procedures in the classroom.
• Monitor student's progress and provide feedback on work.
• Update necessary records as required by laws and policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Understanding of Common Core Standards

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Masters degree or NY State teaching certification

Job description

Biology Teacher

Overview

The Biology Teacher is responsible for instruction, course preparation, developing instructional materials, grading and assessment, and professional responsibilities as a member of the instructional team of a school or academic department. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic educator who can excite and inspire students, communicates actively with parents and colleagues and should be well versed in Common Core Standards and the NYS Regents curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies. Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university. Masters degree or NY State teaching certification preferred.
• Professional experience related to the field of study

Maximum Salary

USD $10,000.00/Sem

Minimum Salary

USD $8,000.00/Sem

Benefits

• Full range of Health Plans
  • Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
• Dependent Care and Transit Programs
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability programs
• Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
• Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
• Generous Paid Time Off
  • Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
  • Annual Holiday Schedule

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