Chemistry

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Ruskin (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Florida is seeking a Secondary Teacher for Chemistry to instruct students in grades 6-12. The position involves designing lessons, creating engaging learning environments, and assessing student progress. Candidates must hold a Florida Temporary Certification and have strong communication and organizational skills. This position supports the district's mission to deliver quality education with respect and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include Florida Temporary Certification; Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons to maximize student achievement.
• Assess and monitor student performance, progress, grades, and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction aligned with state standards.
• Create a positive learning environment.
• Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons.
• Use diverse teaching practices to meet students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Assess and monitor student performance, progress, grades, and attendance.
• Manage classroom behavior with effective strategies and disciplinary procedures.
• Communicate regularly with parents and school personnel about student progress.
• Ensure health and safety of students and secure equipment and records.
• Maintain required certifications and participate in professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication skills (verbal and written)

Project management and organizational skills

Competency in job skills and ability to learn new ones

Sound judgment and decision-making

Education

Florida Temporary Certification

Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred

Job description

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Summary

The Secondary Teacher (grades 6-12) is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within a secondary school for the 2025-2026 school year, including Chemistry and Earth Space.

District Expectations

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement instruction aligned with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
• Create a positive learning environment based on respect and rapport.
• Deliver engaging and rigorous lessons to maximize student achievement.
• Use diverse teaching practices to meet students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Assess and monitor student performance, progress, grades, and attendance.
• Manage classroom behavior with effective strategies and disciplinary procedures.
• Communicate regularly with parents and school personnel about student progress.
• Ensure health and safety of students and secure equipment and records.
• Maintain required certifications and participate in professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Competency in job skills and ability to learn new ones.
• Sound judgment and decision-making.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Minimum qualifications include Florida Temporary Certification; Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred.

Physical Demands

• Activities include standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting up to 10 pounds.

All applications must be submitted before the deadline, and applicants must have an active application and notification to be considered.