Biology Teacher - 8th Grade

BASIS Ed; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

BASIS Ed is seeking an 8th Grade Biology Teacher for the Phoenix metro area to deliver high-quality, standards-aligned biology instruction. You will prepare and facilitate grade-specific lesson plans that engage students and promote deep understanding of biological concepts.

You will design lessons that align with the BASIS Curriculum, collaborate with fellow BASIS teachers, and support students’ academic growth toward higher education and global citizenship through creative assessments and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in subject matter or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with other degree
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade specific lesson plans
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to develop curriculum/subject material
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement and responsibility
• Support non-instructional functions such as Early Bird and Lunch
• Maintain regular, full attendance
• Supervise individual students and groups of students

Skills

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in subject matter or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with other degree

Master’s degree in subject matter or education (preferred)

Job description

BASIS is seeking qualified candidates for an 8th Grade Biology Teacher for the Phoenix Metro Area!

Phoenix Metro Area Schools Include

• Phoenix
• Phoenix Central
• Phoenix Primary
• Phoenix South Primary
• Scottsdale
• Scottsdale Primary East Campus
• Scottsdale Primary West Campus

The role of the Biology Teacher (SET) is to ensure the day-to-day exceptional education of students by preparing and facilitating subject specific lesson plans. Subject Expert Teachers implement the established BASIS Curriculum while tailoring specific topics to integrate their knowledge and passion for the subject.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter (or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with other degree)
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter or education
• 2+ years teaching/education experience

Essential Functions

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade specific lesson plans
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade-standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students' education is internationally competitive
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to further develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like-minded professionals passionate about education
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students' academic and career success
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students
• Support the execution of non-instructional functions, such as “Early Bird,” “Late Bird,” and lunch
• Maintain regular, full, predictable attendance
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students

About BASIS Ed

BASIS Charter Schools embrace subject expertise and passion in the classroom! Our teachers are part of one of the nation’s most collaborative and professional learning communities. All of our schools use the acclaimed BASIS Charter School Curriculum. At the same time, our teachers are given the autonomy and academic freedom to teach in the manner that suits them. They choose how best to create dynamic lessons that foster student enthusiasm for new ideas and high-level learning. They help guide students to reach their greatest potential while preparing them for the demands of higher education, a rewarding career, and global citizenship. BASIS Charter School teachers spend their time teaching engaged students and teaming up with fellow educators -- creating an intellectual, inspiring, supportive, and Collegial school community.

Benefits And Salary

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
• Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• PTO
• Ability to add dependents
• 401k with partial match that grows over time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail].

• As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.