Biology II Teacher at Propel Montour High School

Propel Schools • McKees Rocks, PA

406d • $49,490 - $99,475

About The Position

The Biology II Teacher at Propel Montour High School is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in biology, aligned with Pennsylvania Common Core Standards. This role emphasizes collaboration with administrators and staff to foster student learning success, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and maintaining a positive classroom environment. The position also involves ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities within the school community.

Requirements

• Valid PA certification in corresponding content area that is being taught.
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
• High level of personal organization and planning.
• Ability to develop rigorous lesson plans and assessments.
• Deep content area knowledge.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
• Ability to utilize data to differentiate instruction.
• A commitment to the Promising Principles of Propel.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, high degree of emotional intelligence and self-awareness with the ability to reflect and adapt to diverse environments.
• Skilled in the use of Google Suite and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design coherent instruction using prescribed unit and lesson structures that align with state standards and emerging best practices.
• Develop and continually update learning resources and actively participate in professional development.
• Create an instructional environment characterized by respect and rapport that promotes a culture of learning.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies that engage students in age-appropriate learning, e.g., computer-assisted, cooperative learning, and various student-centered approaches.
• Manage student behavior and classroom procedures effectively which promotes a safe learning environment.
• Assess student learning using formal and informal assessment techniques and utilize that information to drive instruction.
• Implement student IEPs and participate in the special education process as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and report student progress in accordance with school policy and procedure.
• Prepare and achieve annual performance expectations as prescribed or approved by administration.
• Communicate with families on a regular basis and reply to family-initiated communication in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $49,490 to $99,475 based on experience.
• Relocation allowance for new hires moving from 60 miles away or further.
• Health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 5% automatic contribution and up to 4% matching after 5 years.
• Paid leave including 2 wellness days, 5 sick days, and 10 personal days annually.
• Tuition assistance of up to $3,000 annually for eligible coursework.
• Wellness benefit reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities and up to $300 for participation in a wellness program.
• Extensive professional development support including onboarding and annual training opportunities.
• Leadership and career development opportunities within the school.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees