Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher - Attleboro High School

Attleboro Public Schools•Attleboro, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Attleboro Public Schools are committed to recruiting and retaining an effective, diverse, and culturally competent staff. We strive to create an inclusive work environment that fosters respect and dignity for all. This Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher position at Attleboro High School is responsible for developing students' skills and competence in science, including scientific methods, problem-solving, and the application of science to practical problems. The ideal candidate will have experience with at-risk populations.

Requirements

State Certification as a Chemistry Teacher or as required for position.
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

Experience with at-risk populations.
Candidates also certified in Physics, Biology, or General Science are preferred.
Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Masters Degree preferred.
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Responsibilities

Teaches knowledge and skills in primarily biology 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, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for the subject area and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence, including scientific research projects, demonstrations, experiments, and laboratory activities.
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, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Maintains familiarity with district and Massachusetts State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.