HS Science Teacher

Newton ISD; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton ISD is seeking an experienced HS Science Teacher to provide advanced science instruction. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a valid teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements. You will develop engaging lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support student growth.

The teacher will maintain high expectations, manage classroom behavior, and participate in campus duties and staff development. This position is on-site and aligned with district policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• One year student teaching or approved internship

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that reflect district curriculum and accommodations for differences
• Plan instructional strategies and materials reflecting learning styles and needs
• Assess student learning styles and use results to plan activities
• Modify curricula with special education staff per IEPs
• Collaborate with staff to determine goals, objectives, and methods
• Plan and assign work to instructional aides and volunteers
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement
• Supervise extracurricular activities as assigned
• Be a positive role model and support the school district’s mission
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning
• Manage student behavior per Student Code of Conduct
• Protect students, equipment, and materials
• Assist in selecting books and materials
• Maintain records and reports
• Communicate with parents, students, colleagues, and community
• Participate in staff development
• Comply with regulations and policies
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on committees

Skills

Core subject knowledge

Curriculum & instruction

Instruct students

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Texas teaching certificate (endorsements)

Job description

HS Science Teacher

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal Date Revised: TASB 2013

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

[Physical Education Teachers: Current automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate]

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

One year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students; support mission of school district.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used : Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying; may lift and move text books and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.