SCIENCE TEACHER

Chicago Heights School District 170; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Heights School District 170 is seeking a Middle School Science Teacher for grades 6-8 who can deliver rigorous science instruction and prepare students for college and careers. The ideal candidate will be proficient with Illinois state standards and NGSS, and will engage students through inquiry-based learning while maintaining high expectations for achievement.

The role requires a valid Public Educators License with a General Science Middle School Endorsement (grades 5–8) and active

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Public Educators License with a General Science Middle School Endorsement for grades 5 through 8.
• Familiar with Illinois State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
• Professional Educators License must be registered with Region 07 South Cook ISC4.

Responsibilities

• Develop rigorous teaching and learning materials and assessments.
• Differentiate NGSS using inquiry-based learning and manage daily student engagement and behavior.
• Organize accurate record-keeping, grading, and reporting for student activities.
• Maintain relationships with parents/guardians and communicate student progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Differentiation

Inquiry-based learning

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Education

Public Educators License with General Science Endorsement (Grades 5-8)

Job description

Chicago Heights School District 170

Middle School Science Educator; Certified

Title: Middle School Science Teacher (Grades 6-8)

Qualifications:

Must possess a valid Public Educators License with a General Science Middle School Endorsement for grades 5 through 8. In-depth knowledge of Illinois State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards. *Candidates must register their Professional Educators License with Region 07 South Cook ISC4.

Reports to: Building Principals

Job Summary:

Middle School Science Educators provide a rigorous learning environment for their students, helping them develop as individuals, as well as focusing on college and career readiness. More than anything else, middle school educators must develop their student's unique talents and foster in them a passion for learning and growing.

Terms of Employment:

Salary based on Chicago Heights School District 170 and American Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 604, Chicago Heights Council contractual agreement.

Salary Range:

$50,569 - $60,475; Salary commensurate with experience.

Pension:

TRS

Responsibilities:

This 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.

1. Develop rigorous teaching and learning materials for use in class, common formative and summative assessments, homework (practice), projects, and assignments that make use of all student skills and assess their learning.


2. Differentiate Next Generation Science Standards (Illinois State Learning Standards) using an inquiry-based learning model, managing student engagement and classroom behavior on a daily basis.


3. Organize and maintain a system of accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities—achievement and attendance


4. Maintain relationships with parents and legal guardians by effectively communicating with all stakeholders in order to keep them informed of their child's progress.

Through the Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), work collaboratively with other educators, support staff, instructional coaches, and administrators, to provide individualized support for each student and to share best practices while providing meaningful feedback on a daily basis.