Science Teacher

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Science Date Posted: 5/6/2026 Date Available: 2026-2027 POSITION TITLE: SCIENCE TEACHER – 8th Grade – Smokey Road Middle School 190 Days/2026-2027 School Year JOB DESCRIPTION Provide leadership to effectively plan, coordinate and implement programs of instruction that ensure students opportunities to reach their highest social, emotional and academic potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the location and at the time designated. Select and present materials required in the teaching assignment within the framework of the content limitations of state and system curriculum guides. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students. Develop and implement classroom technology which may relate to the use of audio, video, graphics, research technologies and other tools to facilitate learning. Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation upon request of principal or designee. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Provide adequate background information and materials when substitute teacher is to assume responsibilities. Maintain satisfactory attendance defined by system or local school handbook. Comply with conditions stated in contract of employment. Comply with federal, state and local board of education requirements for the development of educationally appropriate instruction. Assist the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and work cooperatively with all staff members in attaining school goals and objectives. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. Attend staff, department, team, or grade level meetings and serve on staff committees as required. Participate as required in the appropriate state annual evaluation process. Perform such additional responsibilities as may be assigned by the building administrators. REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION OR TRAINING Minimum of bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and state required certification in Science. REQUIRED SKILLS Ability to organize, coordinate, plan, and direct the implementation of a comprehensive classroom instructional program. Proficiency required in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, and competency in counseling and evaluating student needs. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Successful teacher training and/or teaching experiences at the level to which assigned. The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable. The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr