Chemistry Teacher

BPT Public Schools; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Chemistry Teacher for grades 9-12. This role involves creating engaging lessons that promote problem-solving and communication skills while fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in educational technology and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Join a dedicated team focused on student success and community involvement, where your contributions will help shape the future of young minds in a diverse urban setting. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; certification in Chemistry required.
• Three years' teaching experience in urban settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design lessons that foster problem-solving and creativity.
• Monitor and evaluate students' progress and adjust goals.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Human relations skills

Educational technology

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

Certification in Chemistry, Grades 7-12

Job description

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Science - Chemistry
  
  

2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
45 Lyon Terrace, Room 310
Bridgeport, CT 06604

CHEMISTRY TEACHER (Grade 9-12)
BASSICK HIGH SCHOOL

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishes and (as necessary) adjusts instructional goals and objectives, to reflect district/school goals, curriculum policies, and the knowledge, skills, progress, and needs of one's students.
• Designs lessons that provide opportunity for problem-solving, creativity, and communication skills in relation to authentic, real-world problems.
• Establishes and maintains standards for behavior that foster student self-discipline and positive relationships among students.
• Commits to on-going professional development in content area and pedagogy.
• Plans learning activities to address individual differences among students.
• Develops, administers, and evaluates quality formative and summative assessments that reflect a balance of content knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Monitors, and evaluates students' progress in relation to district/school curriculum and policies and other planned goals and objectives.
• Encourages, secures, and maintains the involvement of parents and other community members in support of instruction.
• Involves parents in the assessment of their children's progress and needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required certification: Chemistry, Grades 7-12 (031); Master's degree preferred
• Three years' successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred
• Experience in local or regional Science fairs
• Experience in the use of educational technology
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

Salary will be in accordance with the BEA contract salary schedule. Qualified candidates who wish to apply should access the Bridgeport Public Schools’ Applitrack Site:
http://www.applitrack.com/bridgeport/onlineapp

It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, mental retardation, or learning ability, in any of its education programs, activities, or employment practices.