High School Science Teacher

Science Teacher

Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women

Qualifications:

• Secondary Michigan teacher certification required. Chemistry (DC), Physics (DE), Integrated Science (DI) or Science (DX) endorsement required. Must meet State of Michigan certification and highly qualified requirements.
• Four-year degree in area of major study
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of study required
• Ability to read, to analyze, and to interpret general business, professional and technical documents or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff and the general public
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents
• Skill in oral and written communication

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Other duties as assigned):

• Teaches district approved core curriculum
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Prepares for classes assigned, taking into consideration the diverse needs of learners
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instruction media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and –in harmony with the goals—establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students
• 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
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Develops academic plans for students in need of additional support
• Evaluates pupil's academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day
• Communicates regularly (behavior and academic progress) with parents/guardians, student, student aides, parent helpers, student teachers, teaching assistants.
• Utilizes PBIS strategies to support positive student behavior within the classroom.
• Collaborative nature conducive to continual professional growth within a PLC.

Physical Requirements:

This is a sedentary position, with occasional standing, and walking. The position requires the ability to remain stationary for at least 50% of the time. The position further requires the ability to constantly use equipment, such as a computer, copy machine, calculator, etc. The position further requires the ability to communicate both orally and written with district constituents. The position requires the ability to lift up to ten pounds frequently.

All Positions Available: August 2026