High School Chemistry Teacher

High School Chemistry Teacher Madison County Schools Madison Central High School - Richmond, Kentucky Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Madison County Schools Job Details Job ID: 5847196 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026 Job Description Applicants MUST have a Kentucky teaching certificate or statement of eligibilityinChemistry grades 9-12. A college or university letter of acceptance for an alternative route to certification forChemistry grades 9-12 will also be accepted. For new or soon to be college graduates- A letter of explanation is needed for new graduates who do not have one of the documents above. Please type a shortletterdescribing the following: what you will be certified in, your graduation date, university name and status with regard to obtaining teacher certification. CLASS TITLE: Certified Teacher REPORTS TO: School Principal / Designee EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt APPROVED: January 14, 2016- Order #2016-1720

BASIC FUNCTION:

To establish a learning situation for students that will meet the needs of each student at his/her own level. To ensure that each student will grow to his/her greatest intellectual ability, emotional development and psychological well-being.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved Strives to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluates job performance Strives to maintain and improve professional competence Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required Maintains regular attendance Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Curriculum, instruction and assessment. Record-keeping techniques. Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques. Oral and written communication skills. Research methods and report writing techniques. Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities. Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Technical aspects of field of specialty.

ABILITY TO:

To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Maintain records and prepare reports. Operate a computer terminal. Prioritize and schedule work. Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions. Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines. Work independently with little direction. Meet schedules and time lines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in field of assignment (minimum requirement)

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for area and grade level of assignment Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $45,900 to $81,031 Per Year Job Requirements Contact Information Map #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education