Science Teacher (Grade: 7)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Science Teacher for Grade 7. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans, assessing student progress, and fostering a supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Texas teacher certificate. Join a dynamic educational team dedicated to nurturing students' intellectual and emotional growth while ensuring adherence to district policies and guidelines. If you are committed to making a difference in students' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university required.
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans in accordance with district curriculum.
• Evaluate and record students' progress and report to parents as needed.
• Maintain standards of pupil behavior and provide a safe learning environment.

Skills

Curriculum Knowledge

Instructional Skills

Adaptability

Communication Skills

Student Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description - Science Teacher (Grade: 7) (RTP20250507-025)

Job Description

Science Teacher (Grade: 7) - (RTP20250507-025)

Description

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Assist and support the building principal to ensure on-site administration, execution of the district's educational programs, policies, regulations, and quality instruction for all students in a safe and healthy environment.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's instruction curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior.
• Establish a system of student evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district.
• Continuously evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required.
• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district.
• Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes.
• Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using various media and methods to motivate students and utilize available time effectively.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school.
• Share the responsibility of interpreting educational programs to the community through activities such as open house and PTA meetings.
• Plan and coordinate the work of aides, paraprofessionals, and student teachers when applicable.
• Participate with the principal to develop a system for evaluation in conformance with district guidelines.
• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all required reports and documents.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at the worksite.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, talk, or hear. Frequently reach with hands and arms. Occasionally stand and walk. Must routinely lift/move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is required. Remote work is not an option due to the importance of regular attendance and performing duties at the worksite.

Qualifications

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for the assigned subject and level.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to follow specific instructions with little or no previous experience.
• Flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing world.
• Willingness to stay current with professional developments.