Science Teacher

Hamden; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamden Public Schools recherche un enseignant de sciences pour Hamden Middle School, axé sur l'apprentissage pratique et l'enquête. Le candidat idéal doit avoir un certificat scientifique du Connecticut et être passionné par l'enseignement des sciences. En rejoignant une communauté dynamique, vous aurez l'opportunité de contribuer à un environnement de classe inspirant et engageant.

Qualifications

• Doit posséder un certificat scientifique du Connecticut.
• Doit être capable de créer un environnement d'apprentissage positif.
• Une expérience dans l'enseignement est souhaitée.

Responsibilities

• Fournir instruction en sciences alignée sur les standards.
• Gérer la classe et favoriser un environnement d'apprentissage positif.
• Collaborer avec le personnel pour le développement professionnel.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Adaptabilité

Education

CT Science certificate

Job description

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Position Type

Middle School Teaching/Science

Date Posted

4/24/2025

Location

Hamden Middle School

Date Available

08/18/2025

Closing Date

Until Filled

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Hamden Public Schools

Hamden, CT 06517

Position: Science Teacher

Location: Hamden Middle School

Hamden Middle School is currently seeking a dynamic teacher who is dedicated to teaching science that aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards and is energized by hands-on science learning. Hamden Middle School offers an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant community that encourages inquiry-based learning in small classes that are supported with a dedicated on-site Science Specialist. As a Commissioner's Network School, HMS is partnered with the state to provide robust programming that allows students and teachers to thrive through collaboration, leadership opportunities, and professional development.

Please visit our website to learn more about the vibrant communities found at Hamden Middle School and Hamden Public Schools.

Certification Requirements: Must hold a current CT Science certificate. See below for list of endorsement certification codes.

Endorsement Codes

030 - Biology, 7-12

031 - Chemistry, 7-12

032 - Physics, 7-12

033 - Earth Science, 7-12

034 - General Science, 4-12

230 - Biology, Middle School, 4-8

231 - Chemistry, Middle School, 4-8

232 - Physics, Middle School, 4-8

233 - Earth Science, Middle School, 4-8

234 - General Science, Middle School, 4-8

235 - Integrated Science, Middle School, 4-8

Title

Classroom Teacher

Qualifications

Certification as determined by state certification authorities and other qualifications as determined by the Hamden Board of Education.

Reports To

Director of Science or Designee

Job Goal

To guide students through the learning process by the effective application of instructional skills and knowledge of appropriate subject matter.

Performance Responsibilities

I. Planning

• Follows the curriculum as adopted by the Board of Education.
• Plans for classroom instruction with realistic goals which meet the individual student's needs as well as the group's needs.
• Demonstrates evidence of short and long term planning.
  
  

II. Classroom Management

• Establishes rapport with all students by demonstrating patience, acceptance, empathy, and interest in students through positive exchanges.
• Exhibits enthusiasm for content and for learning.
• Maintains a positive social and emotional atmosphere in the learning environment.
• Create a climate that encourages all students to achieve.
• Monitors the physical environment in an effort to maintain one that is safe and conducive to learning.
• Communicates and reinforces appropriate standards of behavior for all students.
• Engages a majority of the students in the activities of the lesson and attempts to re-engage any student persistently off tasks.
• Makes resources and materials readily available
  

III. Instruction / Assessment

• Aligns the content with the lesson objectives.
• Chooses lesson content at an appropriate level of difficulty.
• Creates a structure for learning including initiation and closure at appropriate points.
• Develops the lesson to promote achievement of the lesson objectives.
• Uses instructional arrangements of support lesson development.
• Uses appropriate questioning techniques.
• Communicates clearly.
• Monitors student understanding and adjusts instruction when necessary.
  
  

IV. Human Relations

• Encourages learning through meaningful feedback to fellow staff, students, and parents.
• Promotes positive self-image and development of self-discipline.
• Encourages and promotes consideration, tolerance, and respect for others.
• Collaborates and cooperates with professional staff.
  
  

V. Professional Knowledge / Responsibility

• Assists administration in implementing district policies.
• Fulfills non-teaching assignments as required.
• Maintains the ethics of the profession.
• Participates in curriculum development appropriate to assignment.
• Shares teaching strategies, materials, and ideas with colleagues.
• Attends workshops to keep abreast of current trends in education and their impact on instruction.
• Meets state requirements for continuing education units (CEU's).
  
  

Work Environment

Exposure to student illnesses. There is regular intermittent exposure to the computer screen. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud and is acceptable to this particular environment. The employee must work with students, staff and the public, continuously meeting multiple demands from several people.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Terms of Employment

Per negotiated agreement

Evaluation

Performance of the person holding this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of certified personnel.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

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Employment type

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