Middle School Science Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Sylvan Hills Middle School-122; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvan Hills Middle School-122 in North Little Rock, AR is seeking a Middle School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a valid Arkansas 4-8 science or K-6 license, or provisional eligibility.

Starting date is immediate and the position reports to the Building Principal. The teacher will implement the educational program for 6th grade, develop lesson plans, collaborate with colleagues, and communicate student progress to families.

Qualifications

• Arkansas 4-8 science license or K-6 license or provisional eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to obtain provisional license if required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose the achievement level of each student.
• Plan and direct learning activities.
• Motivate students to learn.
• Prepare effective lesson plans and materials.
• Maintain pupil records and communicate progress to parents.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Middle School Science Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Pulaski County Special School District Sylvan Hills Middle School-122 - North Little Rock, Arkansas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5953726

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER-6th Grade

QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Arkansas 4-8 science OR K-6 license teaching certificate OR ability to get a provisonal license

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOALS: Implement the educational program for students.

Performance Responsibilities

• 1. Diagnose the achievement level of each student.
• 2. Plan, prescribe and direct the learning activities of students.
• 3. Motivate students to learn.
• 4. Create and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning in both appearance of instructional station and activities therein.
• 5. Evaluate progress of students and inform students thereof on a continuous basis.
• 6. Assist with the counseling of students for their academic, personal, social and career improvement.
• 7. Implement school or district curricular goals.
• 8. Ensure that substitutes will have all information necessary for effective instruction.
• 9. Prepare and follow effective lesson plans.
• 10. Assist in the development of school and district curriculums.
• 11. Assist in assessing school and district needs for instructional materials and equipment.
• 12. Prepare for principal, lists of material and equipment needs for instructional assignment.
• 13. Inform students of school or district regulations that are pertinent to them.
• 14. Confer with parents on students progress and attitudes.
• 15. Supervise students in corridors, in rest rooms, in lunchrooms, on school grounds, etc. in accordance with Board policy. Such supervision that is on an assigned basis should be equitably distributed.
• 16. Assist in the enforcement of school regulations at all times.
• 17. Participate in all prescribed inservice programs.
• 18. Maintain, and make reports on, necessary records for pupil accounting, pupil progress, material and equipment inventories, collection of money, etc.
• 19. Check attendance and report absences and tardies.
• 20. Sponsor clubs and activities on an equitable basis.
• 21. Take responsibility for issued materials and equipment.
• 22. Know Board of Education policies, Desegregation Plan, district and school guidelines and regulations and adhere to same.
• 23. Supervise early and late bus students on an equitable assigned basis.
• 24. Attend faculty meetings.
• 25. Participate in professional activities that are related to subject area assignment.
• 26. Keep informed of latest curriculum developments.
• 27. Other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment

Salary Range: Teacher Salary Schedule. Placement depends upon education and experience.

Length of Contract: 190 days per contract year

ELIGIBLE FOR BENEFITS: YES

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10 DAYS FROM ORIGINAL DATE OF POSTING OR UNTIL FILLED (EMERGENCY-5 Day Posting)

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel

PCSSD does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, race, color, national origin, or gender in any service, program, or activity (including in admission, access, treatment, employment, or vocational opportunities).

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• KATRINA WILSON , PERSONNEL SPECIALIST II
• 960 E DIXON ROAD
• LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas 72206
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]