Middle School Science Educator: Innovative & Impactful

Danbury Public Schools; Germantown (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Danbury Public Schools seeks a dedicated Middle School Science teacher to engage students in inquiry-based learning at Broadview Middle School. The role emphasizes student-centered, problem-based instruction and collaboration in a diverse classroom setting.

The ideal candidate will have 034CDE Science certification, a Bachelor's in Education or Science, and experience in multicultural environments, with ability to work with families and communities to support student achievement.

Qualifications

• Active 034CDE Science Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Education or in Science
• Demonstrated experience in a multi-cultural setting
• Demonstrated ability to teach high school classes; urban experience

Responsibilities

• Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Danbury Board of Education
• Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines
• Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
• Prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serve the needs of all learners in the classroom
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge of Science
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences
• Assess student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
• Keep parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
• Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
• Design clear and specific learning assessments
• Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
• Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents
• Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
• Establish and maintain professional relationships
• Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
• Demonstrate knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for secondary school teaching

Skills

Adolescent students

Team teaching

Clear communication

Active listening

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Danbury Public Schools seeks a dedicated Middle School Science teacher to engage students in inquiry-based learning at Broadview Middle School. The role emphasizes student-centered, problem-based instruction and collaboration in a diverse classroom setting.

The ideal candidate will have 034CDE Science certification, a Bachelor's in Education or Science, and experience in multicultural environments, with ability to work with families and communities to support student achievement.