Science Teacher (DX or DI) - High School

Fowlerville High School; Fowlerville (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Fowlerville Community Schools’ Fowlerville High School in Michigan seeks a Science Teacher (DX or DI) for grades 9-12 to deliver district-approved science curricula and foster student growth. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, parents, and the community to support students’ academic and social development.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with a valid Michigan secondary science certificate and an endorsement, preferably integrated science, and is prepared to plan engaging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate for secondary science with endorsement.
• Integrated Science endorsement preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers across grades.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Instructs students in citizenship and subject matter as per regulations.
• Develops lesson plans aligned with district curriculum.
• Maintains records and communicates with students and parents.
• Attends IEP meetings and adheres to district policies.

Skills

Collaborative work

Technology literacy

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Michigan secondary science cert

Integrated Science endorsement (preferred)

Job description

Science Teacher (DX or DI) - High School

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Starting Date: Immediately

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].

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $46,859 to $90,738 Per Negotiated Contract

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required