Biology Teacher - Inspire Learning & Growth

HARTWOOD HIGH; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartwood High in Fredericksburg, Virginia is seeking a dedicated Biology teacher to join Stafford County Public Schools. This full-time, 10-month position focuses on delivering engaging science instruction and supporting student growth.

You will design lessons, assess progress, and collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching. Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree and a Virginia teaching license with endorsement in the subject area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or education related to specific subject area to which assigned.
• Hold or be eligible for a valid teaching license which meets Commonwealth of Virginia requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.

Responsibilities

• Foster positive student interactions and maintain interest in learning.
• Encourage self-direction and self-motivation in students.
• Adapt and adjust instructional presentation of subject content to students' needs and interests.
• Maintain organized instruction with long-range plans and evidence of lesson planning.
• Utilize a variety of appropriate materials and resources.
• Communicate the lesson objective and its importance to students.
• Use a variety of teaching techniques and learning activities in and out of class.
• Monitor student progress and inform relevant staff.
• Complete required reports promptly and accurately.
• Accept responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school.
• Ensure a neat, safe environment for students.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Respond promptly to information requests.
• Maintain a neat appearance appropriate to position.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students and staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors.
• Comply with district policies including confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of subject

Classroom management

Parent communication

Assess individual needs

Team collaboration

Organize work independently

Meet deadlines

Sustained effort

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in education or subject area

Virginia teaching license with endorsed subject

Job description

Hartwood High in Fredericksburg, Virginia is seeking a dedicated Biology teacher to join Stafford County Public Schools. This full-time, 10-month position focuses on delivering engaging science instruction and supporting student growth.

You will design lessons, assess progress, and collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching. Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree and a Virginia teaching license with endorsement in the subject area.