HS Chemistry/Math Teacher

Sylvania; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan (PERSI)

Job summary

Alturas Preparatory Academy is seeking a high school Chemistry/Math teacher to join its IB program. The role emphasizes inquiry-based instruction and collaboration with peers, under the guidance of the principal.

The ideal candidate will hold Idaho teaching certification (or equivalent) and a Bachelor’s degree, with a commitment to small-group instruction and IB philosophy within a four-day school week framework.

Qualifications

• Valid Idaho Teaching Certificate with endorsement or a Bachelor’s Degree.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver Chemistry/Math lessons at high school level.
• Collaborate with colleagues to write unit planners and projects.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents and community members.
• Provide feedback to parents on student progress and needs.

Skills

Classroom Management

Collaboration

IB Curriculum Knowledge

Data Analysis

Education

Idaho Teaching Certificate

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Position Title: HS School Chemistry/Math Teacher

Reports To: Principal

Alturas Preparatory Vision Statement

The vision of Alturas Preparatory Academy is to support, educate and inspire every student to think collaboratively, value learning, and recognize their common humanity and shared stewardship of the planet. As an IB school, we inspire students to be lifelong learners, critical thinkers and global citizens in an ever-changing world.

About Alturas Preparatory Academy

We are an innovative change for education. With a master approach to education, our students are taught in small group instruction at instructional levels. This gives them the opportunity to work with partners and collaborate at high levels using analytical and critical thinking skills. Alturas Prep will expand on an already established program that teaches self-discipline and responsibility to all students; provides a physical environment that is welcoming and conducive to learning; promotes communication and interaction in the classroom; supports an affective environment that promotes a sense of belonging and self-esteem; and provides an academic environment that promotes learning and self-fulfillment.

Teacher Job Requirements

International Baccalaureate & Collaboration

• Four-day school week for students, and teacher collaboration and planning on Fridays
• Teaches and educates students according to guidelines provided by the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the Idaho State Common Core
• Researches and understands the International Baccalaureate philosophy and curriculum at high levels
• Creates a strong classroom community using the International Baccalaureate Profile
• Plans, prepares and delivers lessons at instructional levels, mainly in small group instruction
• Collaborates with colleagues and writes high level unit planners
• Plans and prepares project-based units
• Builds strong relationships in the community and creates connections for the benefit of the school and community

Classroom Environment & Communication

• Promotes the academic and social progress and well-being of individual students, groups of students and the community of the classroom
• Maintains strong classroom and school discipline among students
• Analyzes data, assesses, records and reports on the development, progress, academic achievement and behavior of students
• Provides continual feedback to parents on their child’s progress and needs
• Communicates, consults and cooperates with other members of the school staff and parents to ensure the best interests of all students are met
• Maintains a well-organized, clutter free, clean and orderly classroom

Academic Practices

• Utilizes data following a careful review and effectively administers interventions
• Advises and collaborates with the leadership team and other teachers in the preparation and development of the curriculum, teaching materials and methods of teaching and assessments
• Review, reflect and evaluates one’s own teaching and learning strategies and methodologies

Required Qualifications

Valid Idaho Teaching Certificate with required endorsement or a Bachelor’s Degree.

Employment Information

Salary Pay: Depending on experience and education

• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and public employees’ retirement system (PERSI) are provided to certified employees with a .50 FTE or greater contract.