High School Teacher-Biology Science

LCCS; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LCCS, a Christian school in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a dedicated high school science teacher for Biology and Chemistry. You will use STEMscopes and Google Apps to support learning, conduct engaging laboratory work, and assess student progress throughout the academic year.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in science or math with 3–5 years of teaching experience; active church membership and strong tech skills are required. A Master’s in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or math and 3–5 years teaching experience.
• Master's in Mathematics, Science, or STEAM preferred.
• Active member of a Bible-believing church and model Christian life.
• Proficient with Google Apps for Education, Canvas, and iOS devices.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily prayer and devotion time with staff.
• Teach Biology and Chemistry at the High School level.
• Prepare lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives.
• Record grades, report attendance, and communicate with parents.
• Develop engaging labs and manage classroom laboratories.

Skills

Technology proficiency

Communication skills

Professional development

English proficiency

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or math

3–5 years teaching experience

Master's in Mathematics/Science/STEAM preferred

State certification preferred

Tools

Google Apps for Education

Canvas

iOS devices

STEMscopes curriculum

Job description

Description

Spiritual Leadership

• Continue to seek and maintain a personal relationship with Jesus.
• Encourage, nurture, and model godly character for peers, parents, and students.
• Provide spiritual growth opportunities for staff and students through daily devotions, prayer and appropriate participation in weekly chapel services.
• Support, encourage and edify the school community.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Assess student work and record an adequate number of grades per subject in a timely, efficient manner.
• Record student grades in gradebook
• Report student attendance

Academic Responsibilities

• Conduct on-going personal review of the curriculum for any deficiencies.
• Participate in departmental/grade-level meetings for the purpose of reviewing and assessing curriculum and scope and sequence.
• Prepare lesson plans to carry out the educational and curricular objectives set forth by the school.
• Provide individual academic support for successful learning within the boundaries of the established curriculum.
• Use a variety of effective teaching methods to reach students of varying learning styles.
• Partner with parents and administration in order to help each child succeed.

Staff Responsibilities

• Attend daily prayer and devotion time.
• Serve as duty teacher before or after school, at lunch and between classes as assigned by the administration.
• Participate in in-service and staff development opportunities as requested by the administration.
• Teach bell-to-bell and assess your students' academic needs/success continually.
• Keep grade level principal aware of the status of those students for whom the teacher is responsible, giving special consideration to any challenges students may be facing.
• Communicate any maintenance or equipment needs to the administration.

Parental Responsibilities

• Realize that the parent has been given the Biblical mandate to educate, and the school functions as an extension of the Christian home.
• Communicate with parents liberally, giving special consideration to challenges and opportunities to share successes.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Excellent technology skills for working with iPads/computers/apple TVs/etc.
• Experience with Google Apps for Education, Canvas, iOS preferred.
• Excellent communication, troubleshooting and customer service skills required.
• Evidence of personal commitment to continuing professional development.
• Must be a member in good standing of a Bible believing church and lead a mature Christian life.
• Expert level teacher in the areas of earth, space, and physical & life science.
• Experience using STEMscopes curriculum.
• Deep level of managing and executing classroom laboratories.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with established school policies and procedures, and the school mission and core values.
• A Bachelor's Degree is required with at least 3-5 years of previous teaching experience. A Master's in Mathematics and/or Science and STEAM preferred or related field.
• State certified preferred
• Must be familiar with comprehensible input methods of teaching.
• Experience teaching at the High School level (Biology & Chemistry).
• ACSI certified or secure ACSI certification within a reasonable time after employment.
• Uses acceptable English in written and oral communication. Speaks with clear articulation.
• Must be knowledgeable about the subject matter specific to the teaching position.