Science Teacher (DX or DI) - High School

TrulyHired; Fowlerville (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fowlerville Community Schools seeks a dedicated secondary science teacher to promote successful learning for students in Michigan. You will deliver district-approved curriculum, develop lesson plans, and foster relationships with staff, parents, and the community.

The role requires collaboration with grade-level teams, adherence to state standards, and effective communication with families. Be prepared for a dynamic workload and occasional after-hours planning to support student progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate for secondary science with appropriate science endorsement.
• Ability to collaborate with grade level teachers across levels.
• Familiarity with state standards and curriculum guidelines.
• Commitment to learning current educational strategies and curriculum.
• Ability to plan and implement engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter as per state and district regulations.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Instructs and monitors use of learning materials and equipment.
• Communicates with students and parents regularly.
• Maintains standards of student behavior for effective learning.
• Evaluates student progress and prepares reports.
• Attends IEP meetings and plans for students with special needs.
• Performs duties as assigned by Principal and/or Superintendent.

Job description

Job Description

Summary: The Teacher promotes and develops successful learning for students, performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District and Board Policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher will also develop and foster relationships with staff, parents, students and the community.

NOTE: Because of the timing of this posting, the district reserves the right to interview eligible candidates as applications are received and offer/close the posting prior to posted date in the best interest of uninterrupted student learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material in accordance with district provided curriculum.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Comprehend and impart the content of applicable grade level and subject curriculum.
• Communicates with students and parents regularly and clearly in an interactive way outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, emails, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve and effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports and report cards.
• Identifies student needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Understands that the work week in education cannot be interpreted literally and may require work outside of the regular work day.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the students.
• Attends IEP Meetings to plan for students with special needs.
• Adhere to all Board and District policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Superintendent.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintains consistent, predictable and physical attendance to meet the requirements of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate for secondary science with appropriate science endorsement
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with grade level teachers and with teachers across grade levels.
• Familiarity with course content standards and expectations.
• Willingness to learn and understand current educational strategies and curriculum.
• Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.
• Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Integrated Science (DI or DX) endorsement preferred.
• Experience in secondary instruction.
• Teach developmentally appropriate lessons following assigned curriculum guidelines.
• Provide students with a safe and orderly environment for learning.
• Ability to incorporate technology into the classroom.
• Ability to relate positively and communicate curriculum effectively with students, parents, staff and the community.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust, focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen and small numbers.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

Fowlerville Community Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law in its programs and activities. Inquiries or complaints related to discrimination should be directed to: Director of Human Resources, Trisha Reed, Fowlerville Community Schools, 7677 Sharpe Road, Suite A, Fowlerville, MI 48836, [phone].