Science Teacher (Grades: 9-12)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dallas is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher for grades 9-12. The ideal candidate will develop engaging lesson plans, assess student progress, and support the educational growth of their students in a dynamic classroom environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans according to district curriculum.
• Evaluate and record student progress and report to parents.
• Maintain accurate records of student information.

Skills

Flexibility

Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Texas teacher certificate

Job description

Job Description - Science Teacher (Grades: 9-12) (RTP20250513-069)

Job Description

Science Teacher (Grades: 9-12) - (RTP20250513-069)

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 the on-site administration and 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 instructional 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.
• Continually 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 members 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 cooperatively with the principal to develop the system for evaluation in conformance with district guidelines.
• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at the worksite.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee is required to stand and walk. The employee must routinely lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment or alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees, as regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties there are essential.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required of this job:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for the assigned subject and level
• Demonstrated general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of routine tasks, duties, and procedures, with the ability to follow specific instructions with little or no previous experience
• Flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
• Willingness to stay current with the latest developments in the profession