Douglas Middle School Science Teacher

CONVERSE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Converse County School District #1 is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher for Douglas Middle School. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic about education and committed to student success. The role involves developing lesson plans, assessing student learning, and fostering a collaborative classroom environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Schedule

Insurance Benefit Packages

Professional Development Opportunities

Community Activities

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Wyoming certificate endorsed in Science.

Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education.

Skills

Team Player

Enthusiasm for Education

Education

Bachelors degree in Secondary Science Teaching

Job description

Converse County School District #1 is searching for a ScienceTeacher at Douglas Middle School.

Experience the Difference while you Make the Difference! We are looking for a career-oriented team player who is enthusiastic about all things education while improving the lives of our students. .

If you seek a progressive school district that ensures all students succeed by "Working Together to Achieve Excellence" then you need to apply to join the Bearcat Nation!

Why Converse County School District #1?

Reasons YOU should teach in Converse County School District #1:

• Competitive Salary Schedule: (Depending on Experience/Education). Benefits Included.
• Bachelors, Step 1: $52,000
• Masters, Step 1: $59,800
• Variety of Insurance Benefit packages provide employees options including district covered life insurance plans.
• Supporting a Collaborative Team Environment through the Professional Learning Collaboration (PLC) process.
• Fostering Professional Development.
• High achieving extra curricular activities. Opportunities to coach and sponsor activities in exceptional facilities.
• Community Activities:
• North Platte River provides excellent trout fishing and rafting, canoeing sport recreation.
• Glendo Reservoir provides excellent walleye fishing and water skiing, rafting, hiking, mountain biking, and camping opportunities.
• Laramie Peak provides excellent big game hunting opportunities along with hiking, mountain biking, and camping.
• 1 hour to downhill and cross-country skiing opportunities.
• Wyoming State Fair is held in Douglas each year and fair grounds provides rodeo and concert opportunities.
• Eastern Wyoming Community College provides educational opportunities for staff and students.
• Location:
• 45 minutes from Casper where many Wyoming High School state activities are held each year.
• 3 hours from Denver Colorado where you can catch a professional game or spend the weekend.

Purpose Statement

The job of Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

Essential Functions

• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of Converse County School District #1.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
  
  

Education: Bachelors degree in Secondary Science Teaching.

Certification Requirements: Must be eligible for Wyoming certificate endorsed in Science.

More Information: Jessica McGuire, Principal: [phone]

To Appy: http://ccsd1.org

Equal Employment Opportunity

Converse County School District #1 is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or disability. It is the District's policy to maintain a nondiscriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias based on these grounds.