High School Science Teacher

Sherwood Sd 88J•Sherwood, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a High School Science Teacher at Sherwood School District. The role involves teaching science, meeting state and district curriculum standards, and fostering student engagement and development. The teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, collaborating with staff and parents, and maintaining a positive learning environment. The position is 1.0 FTE/8 hours per day on a 190-day calendar, with a start date of August 24, 2026. The district pays the 6% employee PERS contribution upon eligibility. This role requires adherence to Oregon Administrative Rules for competent and ethical performance.

Requirements

Valid Oregon teacher’s license with appropriate Science endorsement(s); Biology endorsement required, Chemistry endorsement preferred.
Understanding of human growth and development patterns, learning theory and brain research.
Content knowledge in subject areas taught.
Familiarity with a variety of age appropriate instructional, assessment and classroom management strategies that reflect current research on best practices.
Familiarity with state standards and curriculum frameworks for high school levels.
Knowledge and experience with differentiated instruction.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of state and federal education laws and of student and staff rights.
Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
Ability to effectively manage and supervise students and their work.
Ability to direct the work of other staff members.
Standard First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within two months of hire, may be required.

Nice To Haves

Chemistry endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Model and teach respect with an awareness of diversity.
Effectively work with and respond to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
Establish clear objectives and create long- and short-range plans for instruction to meet needs, abilities and interests of students.
Develop and carry out clear, organized lessons and learning activities suitable for students’ developmental levels and aligned with instructional objectives.
Vary and pace classroom strategies to accommodate different learning styles, actively involve students and maximize student engagement in meaningful learning.
Diagnose the instructional needs of all students and devise appropriate learning activities for each student.
Use current body of knowledge in cultural diversity issues in teaching and curriculum development to design and adapt individual/group academic and behavior/social programs in all school settings.
Implement district and state curriculum standards and ensure that instructional activities are clearly related to district/state curriculum standards.
Assure that every student has ample opportunity to demonstrate proficiency with district and state standards.
Use a variety of approaches to assess, record and provide feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments.
Participate in development and implementation of individual student plans (e.g., IEP, 504).
Assume responsibility for adapting and modifying classroom instruction for students identified as needing specialized instruction.
Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, staff and community populations.
Work collaboratively with school personnel in meeting diverse social and academic needs of students.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with all students and with parents/guardians concerning both academic and behavioral progress of students.
Assist school staff and administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct, reinforce individual school’s plan for positive behavior support, develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and utilize effective, proactive behavior management skills in all school settings.
Maintain accurate, complete and confidential records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
Assume responsibility for assigned duties, e.g., hall, lunchroom duty.
Utilize technology as related to job responsibilities.
Train and act as lead worker for Educational Assistants.
Reflect upon own teaching performance and accept and utilize supervisory suggestions and feedback.
Take primary responsibility for pursuing and evaluating own professional growth.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and district inservice meetings.
Participate in activities that are related to school functions and/or the education process that occur outside the regular workday, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
Perform other duties as assigned.