Science Teacher - Secondary (High Schools)

Wscschools; Town of West Seneca (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

West Seneca Central School District is seeking a full-time Science Teacher for high school grades. The position requires certification to teach Earth Science/Earth Science 7-12 and/or Biology 7-12, with additional duties in General Chemistry and Forensics.

Candidates should demonstrate strong planning, preparation, instructional skill, and effective classroom management, and be motivated to engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold certification in Earth and Space/Earth Science and/or Biology 7-12
• Master's Degree preferred
• Experience in Co-Teaching preferred
• Knowledge of NYS Science Standards required

Responsibilities

• Teach Earth Science/Earth Science 7-12 and/or Biology 7-12, with General Chemistry and Forensics as part of the assignment
• Demonstrate planning and preparation, instructional skills, and effective classroom management
• Engage in continuous professional development

Skills

Planning & Preparation

Instructional Skills

Classroom Management

Professional Development

Education

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

PowerSchool

Google Docs

Google Apps for Education

Promethean/Smart Boards

Microsoft Office

Job description

The West Seneca Central School District has a vacancy for a Science Teacher at the high school grade level.

The position is a full-time, probationary appointment for an individual who is certified to teach Earth Science/Earth and Space Science and/or Biology 7-12. The assignment will also include General Chemistry and Forensics.

Salary and benefits (health & dental) are paid according to the West Seneca Teachers' Association's collective bargaining agreement and are commensurate with experience.

The candidate must be able to demonstrate planning and preparation, instructional skills, effective classroom management, and be motivated to engage in continuous professional development.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION(S): Earth and Space Science/Earth Science Gr 7-12and/or Biology Gr 7-12

Additional Certification(s)Preferred: Chemistry 7-12

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold certification in Earth and Space/Earth Science and/or in Biology 7-12
• Multiple New York State Teaching Certificates in Science preferred(i.e. Earth and Space Science, Biology, Chemistry)
• Completion of a Master's Degree is preferred
• Experience in Co-Teaching preferred
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the NYS Science Standards
• High School experience preferred

Specialized Training

• PowerSchool

Technology Literacy

• E-Doctrina
• Experience Using Technology As An Instructional Tool
• Google Docs
• Google Apps for Education
• Promethean Boards and Smart Boards
• Microsoft Office