High School Science

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Gillespie (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Coaching opportunities

Student Council involvement

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators invites applications for a science teacher in Gillespie, Illinois. You will teach science courses, manage the classroom, prepare lessons, and assess student progress, following district policy and Common Core standards.

A valid Type 9 teaching certificate with a science endorsement is required; a Master's in science is preferred. Coaching and sponsorship opportunities exist (football, volleyball, basketball, and Student Council); collaboration

Qualifications

• Valid Type 9 teaching certificate with a science endorsement is required.
• A Master’s Degree in science or science-related field is preferred but not required.
• Coaching/sponsorship opportunities exist.

Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Teach science courses and develop lessons aligned with district policies and standards.
• Maintain a productive classroom environment and assess student progress regularly.
• Prepare for classes and provide written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Establish classroom rules and cooperate with staff and administration.
• Incorporate Common Core Standards into instruction and prepare students for state testing.
• Collaborate with staff, communicate with parents, and participate in faculty meetings.

Skills

Science instruction

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Communication with parents

Education

Type 9 teaching certificate with science endorsement

Master's degree in science (preferred)

Job description

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Teach skills, knowledge, and scientific principles theory courses In the science classes assigned to teach, utilizing courses approved and adapted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district.
• Prepare for classes assigned, and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of building principal.
• Establish and maintain a set of classroom rules and procedures that are consistent with the District policies and Board of Education approved Student Handbook.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Implement instruction in accordance with the district's philosophy, mission statement and student goals.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Accepts a share of the responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned.
• Work to establish and maintain open line of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with administration and principals.
• Provide for her/his own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.
• Incorporate Common Core Standards into instruction of students.
• Prepare students for the State Testing Program in accordance to the District Educational Plan. 21 Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Applicant must have a valid Type 9 standard teaching certificate with a science endorsement. A Master's Degree in science or a science related field is preferred but not required.

Coaching/Sponsorship opportunities also exist. Currently opportunities exist in football, volleyball, basketball, and Student Council.