LTS Chemistry Teacher

Methuen Public Schools•Methuen, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will be expected to implement the high school science curriculum of the Methuen Public Schools and to perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned under the current agreement. This position aims to provide direct instruction to students in grades 9-12 to meet Methuen Public Schools' high expectations for achievement, ensure equal access to high levels of instruction, promote academic proficiency for all students, and close the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools.

Requirements

Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Education in Chemistry
Must have SEI endorsement
Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Chemistry 9-12 with SEI Endorsement is required.
At least a Bachelor's Degree in the area of major study.
Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
Use evidence-based research practices and data to most effectively guide increasing student achievement using proactive and solution-focused approaches to meeting student needs.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community
Work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Methuen School policies (as long as the policies do not conflict with the Methuen Educators Association (Unit A) Contract)
Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner
Maintain appropriate confidential records
React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.)
Operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software including but not limited to Google and use instructional technology appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology
Strong collaborative, teaching, coaching and leadership skills to support student programming and work in a team setting.
Strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a high demand position.
Knowledge of specialized content area as well as any related laws and procedures.
Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Have satisfactory teaching experience—preferably a minimum of five years at the secondary level
Outstanding preparation and/or experience may be substituted for some of the qualifications listed above.
Additional content area license is encouraged.
Bilingual preferred - Primary languages spoken in the community are: English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.

Responsibilities

Implement the high school science curriculum of the Methuen Public Schools.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned under the current agreement.
Provide direct instruction to students in grades 9-12.
Deliver Methuen Public Schools high expectations for achievement.
Ensure equal access to high levels of instruction.
Promote academic proficiency for all students.
Work to close the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools.
Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
Creates a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, in order to communicate these objectives to students.
Employs best instructional methods (i.e.Universal Design for Learning) and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
Communicates with colleagues, students, and or parents on a regular basis.
Adheres to all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom.
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and or volunteer(s).
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff and or school committees.
Participate in staff development programs.