Certified Science Teacher

Melissa Schools (TX) • Melissa, TX

184d • $57,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Science Teacher position at Melissa High School for the 2025-2026 academic year involves developing students' skills and competence in various fields of science, including general science, earth science, biology, physiology, chemistry, and physics. The teacher will promote critical and creative thinking, create a safe and conducive classroom environment, and design learning activities that demonstrate the application of science in everyday life. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, maintaining records, encouraging parental involvement, and coordinating with other staff members.

Requirements

• State Certification as a Science Teacher or as required for position.
• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches knowledge and skills in one or more fields of science in accordance with district curriculum.
• Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area.
• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence.
• Instructs students in the proper use and care of scientific equipment, chemicals, and plant and animal life.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress.
• Maintains familiarity with district and Connecticut State standardized tests.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies.

Benefits

• $225.00 monthly contribution towards health insurance.
• $20,000 district paid life insurance policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree