Science Teacher Vance County High School

Young World Physical Education; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Science Teacher for Vance County High School in Henderson, North Carolina. This full-time position involves planning and managing instructional time effectively, monitoring student behavior, and facilitating various educational activities.

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in education or a related area for licensure as specified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Responsibilities also include providing feedback and maintaining a disciplined classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in education or a related area for licensure.
• Ability to use educational equipment and tools.
• Strong classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and present instruction to support student learning.
• Monitor student behavior and provide feedback.
• Facilitate instructional activities and maintain discipline.

Skills

Ability to motivate students

Classroom management

Collaborative skills

Education

Degree in education

Job description

Science Teacher – Vance County High School

Vance County Schools, Vance County High School – Henderson, North Carolina. This position is also posted on North Carolina School Jobs and Vance County School District – NC.

Job Details

Job ID: 5797672

Application Deadline: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 23, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Teacher Job Description

TITLE: SECONDARY TEACHER

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUPERVISES: May coordinate and direct the activities of teacher assistants.

PURPOSE: To plan, organize, and present instruction and instructional environments that help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their educational and social development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Management of Instructional Time

  The teacher has materials, supplies, and equipment for each lesson ready at the start of the lesson or instructional activity; gets the class started quickly; gets students on task quickly at the beginning of each lesson; maintains a high level of student time‑on‑task.

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Management of Student Behavior

  The teacher has established a set of rules and procedures that govern routine administrative matters; student verbal participation and talk during different types of activities—whole‑class instruction, small group instruction, etc.; student movement in the classroom during different types of instructional and non‑instructional activities; monitors behavior during whole‑class, small group, and seat work activities and during transitions; stops inappropriate behavior promptly and consistently while maintaining the dignity of the student.

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Instructional Presentation

  The teacher begins lesson or activity with a review of previous materials; introduces the lesson, objectives; speaks fluently and precisely; presents concepts and language understandable to the students; provides examples and demonstrations; assigns tasks with high success rate; asks appropriate questions; conducts lesson at a brisk pace; makes smooth transitions; summarizes main points.

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Instructional Monitoring of Student Performance

  The teacher maintains firm work standards and due dates; circulates during class to check all students’ performance; uses oral, written, or other work products to check progress; poses questions clearly one at a time.

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Instructional Feedback

  The teacher provides feedback to encourage growth; gives prompt feedback on assigned out‑of‑class work; affirms correct responses; provides sustaining feedback after incorrect or no responses by probing, repeating, giving clues, or allowing more time.

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Facilitating Instruction

  The teacher has an instructional plan compatible with school and system‑wide goals; uses diagnostic information from tests to develop objectives; maintains accurate records; matches objectives, strategies, assessment, and student needs; uses resources to support the instructional program.

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Interacting Within the Educational Environment

  The teacher treats all students fairly and equitably; interacts effectively with students, co‑workers, parents, and community.

• MAJOR FUNCTION: Performing Non‑Instructional Duties

  The teacher carries out non‑instructional duties as assigned; adheres to laws, policies, rules, and regulations; follows a professional development plan and demonstrates growth.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Degree in education or a related area that qualifies for licensure by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements: Ability to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools; lift, carry, push, or pull objects with negligible force; consistent with Light Work.

Data Conception: Ability to compare and judge data characteristics.

Interpersonal Communication: Ability to speak, signal, and exchange information; receive instructions.

Language Ability: Ability to read and prepare correspondence, reports, forms, instructional materials.

Intelligence: Apply logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, and draw conclusions.

Verbal Aptitude: Deliver information and explain procedures; communicate effectively across technical languages.

Numerical Aptitude: Utilize mathematical formulas, percentages, and statistical principles.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Inspect items for proper dimensions.

Motor Coordination: Coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately with office equipment.

Manual Dexterity: Handle office equipment and hand tools with minimal coordination.

Interpersonal Temperament: Adapt under stress and in emergency situations.

Physical Communication: Talk and hear; communicate via telephone.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Constantly monitor the safety and well‑being of students, especially in inclusive activities.
• Motivate students.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment; perform general clerical duties.
• Maintain order and discipline in the classroom.
• Operate common office machines.
• Maintain basic files and records.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by the job.

Shift Type

Full‑Time

Salary

State Salary Range

Position Type

Full‑Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Chelsa Jennings , Chief Human Resources Officer
• 1724 Graham Ave
• Henderson, North Carolina 27536
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]