Physical Science Teacher (Anticipated SY25/26) - Lewiston High School

Lewiston Public Schools; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Physical Science Teacher for the upcoming school year. This role involves shaping students' understanding of physical science while fostering their development into responsible individuals. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, a valid teaching certificate, and the ability to create engaging lesson plans. The school offers a supportive environment with a robust benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement. If you are committed to inspiring young minds and making a positive impact in education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Sick Days

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid teaching certificate required.
• Strong skills in classroom management and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teach district-approved curriculum and create conducive learning environments.
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth and maintain records.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Student Evaluation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Teaching Certificate

Job description

Physical Science Teacher (Anticipated SY25/26) - Lewiston High School JobID: 3326

• Position Type:
  Certified Professionals/ High School Teacher
• Date Posted:
  3/6/2025
• Location:
  Lewiston High School

SUMMARY: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

Salary: $41,286.41 - $77,875.35

Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 15 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches District approved curriculum.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises classroom and students. Volunteers with assistance, advice and support from administration.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Valid Teaching Certificate and endorsements.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and