Science Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Icahn Charter School is on the search for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and collaborative Science teacher to join our growing school community .

The Middle School Science Teacher should be a leader in inquiry-based instruction and keep up with the latest advances in Science.

Science Teacher Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that the school’s academic standards are rigorous, clear, measurable, and aligned with New York State Learning Standards
• Ensure that students master grade-level standards
• Maintain and communicate high academic and personal expectations for all students
• Incorporate direct instruction, discussion, projects and cooperative work to engage students, keep classes focused and infuse a lasting desire to learn
• Follow the school’s policies and procedures for student conduct and discipline, and refuse to tolerate classroom disruptions
• Develop and use a variety of assessments (e.g. exams, written work, and public performances) that frequently measure student progress toward the school’s content and skill standards
• Develop clear evaluation criteria and distribute to students prior to assignments
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Share responsibility for grade level and school-wide activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Science Teacher Qualification, Skill and Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Master's preferred)
• New York State certification in Science, grades 7-12
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Competitive salaries + health coverage + life insurance + 403b plan, + yearly bonuses + payment for unused sick time.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or protected veteran status.