Science Teacher

SD 103; Illinois; On-site; USD 43,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a passionate Science Teacher for middle school students. The role involves planning and implementing a comprehensive curriculum, engaging with students, and collaborating with staff to ensure a supportive learning environment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Education and a valid teaching license for Illinois. This full-time position offers an opportunity to inspire the next generation of scientists while adhering to state educational standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education required; teaching experience preferred.
• Appropriate state teaching license/certification required.
• Desire to teach middle school science.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements age-appropriate science curriculum.
• Evaluates and grades student performance according to guidelines.
• Maintains classroom management and student engagement.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related subject

State License or Certification

Middle School Education Endorsement

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

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• Location: George Washington Middle School
• Date Available: 08/04/2025
  
  

Position Type

Middle School Teaching/Science

• Date Posted:
  
  

2/24/2025

• Location: George Washington Middle School
• Date Available: 08/04/2025
  
  

District

Lyons Elementary District 103JOB TITLE: Science Teacher

REPORTS TO: School Principal

SUPERVISES: Students

DEPARTMENT: Curriculum & Instruction

JOB STATUS: Full-Time (35 hours/week)

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SALARY/BENEFITS: Refer to Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement

JOB FUNCTION

Plans, organizes, and implements a science educational curriculum appropriate for students in middle school grades.

This position directly reports to the school principal and functionally reports to the other school administrators and district directors. This position coordinates with the other teachers, instructional coaches, school psychologists, and school social workers along with other support staff, students, guardians, and the community.

TERM

Shall work the 10-month school calendar as defined by the Board of Education and Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Duties And Responsibilities

This list is not all-inclusive and is only intended to illustrate the various responsibilities and duties performed.

• Plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and state and school district curriculum guidelines.
• Designs and presents individual lesson plans using a variety of teaching techniques that appeal to various learning styles and methods.
• Prepares materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates and grades student performance.
• Monitors students progress throughout the year and evaluates preparedness for the upcoming grade level; communicates all progress and concerns with professionalism to guardians and, as appropriate, students, other faculty, staff, and/or administrators; builds and maintains positive rapport and communication with guardians.
• Establishes and implements classroom management structure and rules that ensure academic engagement and the physical and mental safety of all students; ensures safety and security standards for children, staff, and visitors of the school; supervises all students throughout school grounds and on educational trips as necessary.
• Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.
• Maintains knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in middle school science education.
• Recognizes and supports diversity and equity in support of school and district initiatives.
• Maintains an educational philosophy and school climate which encourages a cooperative and participant attitude on the part of all staff and students; celebrates the achievements and successes of students.
• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars as required.
• Attends work as scheduled and arrives in a timely manner unless a qualified absence has been approved as described in the collective bargaining agreement.
• Performs additional related duties within the scope of this position.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough understanding of pedagogy and the best practices of education with a focus on the Illinois Learning Standards for Science..
• Desire to teach middle-school-aged children and ability to adapt to their developmental status.
• Ability to design lessons that teach curriculum in an engaging manner, applying various teaching methods.
• Strong supervisory and classroom management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to maintain professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Creative analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Google Suite or related software.
  
  

Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree in Education or related subject; appropriate state license or certification; and Secondary Education or Middle School Education Endorsement in the appropriate content area are required. Masters degree; Learning Behavior Specialist and/or English as Second Language Endorsements; and previous teaching experience with middle-school-aged children are highly preferred.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to navigate the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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