Junior High School Teacher - Science

Conway Public Schools; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Conway Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Teacher to join their team. The role involves delivering lessons aligned with Arkansas state standards, utilizing diverse instructional strategies, and maintaining effective communication with parents. The ideal candidate will hold a standard teaching license and have strong interpersonal skills, contributing to a collaborative educational environment. Join us in providing a rich educational experience tailored to individual student needs.

Qualifications

• Licensure and teaching license required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative ability.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and delivers lessons aligned with curricula.
• Uses various instructional strategies to meet student needs.
• Communicates regularly with parents about student progress.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Standard teaching license

Accepted into an Alternative Licensure Program

Job description

Job Description
Teacher
Conway Public School District

Qualifications:

• Licensure
• Standard teaching license in the appropriate area, grade, or content area
• Accepted into an Alternative Licensure Program through DESE
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in grade level, school, and District teams

Reports to: Principal

Supervises: Not applicable

Terms of Employment: The contract length will be 190 days. The salary schedule will be A & J.

Evaluation: Based on local district policy and Arkansas Department of Education guidelines, performed by the building-level principal with assistance from the assistant principal.

Job Goal: The classroom teacher will strive to teach and educate students according to Arkansas state standards and the curriculum developed by Conway Public Schools, providing a rich educational experience tailored to individual student needs, abilities, and potential.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures.
• Plans, prepares, and delivers lessons aligned with District curricula.
• Uses various instructional strategies to meet different learning styles and student needs.
• Stays updated on standards, curriculum, resources, and education trends.
• Integrates appropriate technology into instruction.
• Assesses and reports on student development, progress, and behavior.
• Maintains a mindset of continual learning and reflection.
• Uses effective classroom management techniques to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Communicates regularly with parents/guardians about student progress and needs.
• Participates in collaborative planning, intervention, and meetings at the building and district levels.
• Utilizes diverse assessment tools to monitor progress and identify needs.
• Maintains accurate records in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.
• Ensures fairness and impartiality in all student-related matters.
• Provides supervision for students at all times when entrusted with their care.
• Engages in professional development to improve practice.
• Builds and maintains professional relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This description is not exhaustive and may be modified by Conway Public Schools as needed. Current as of 5/14/2025.