7th Grade Science Teacher

Grandville Public School District•Michigan, WY

20h

About The Position

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

Requirements

Four-year degree in area of major study
Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate in area of study science (DX or DI) 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

Responsibilities

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.