Science Teacher - Charlottesville Middle School (2025-2026 School Year Only)

Charlottesville City Schools•Charlottesville, VA

About The Position

The Science Teacher is responsible for developing student success in science by implementing Division-approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; developing lesson plans; modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals. etc.

Requirements

Skills are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions
apply pertinent policies, regulations and/or laws
planning and managing activities
preparing and maintaining accurate records
operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications
knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios
read technical information
compose a variety of documents and/or facilitate group discussions
analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions
specific knowledge to satisfactorily apply appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws, age appropriate activities, lesson plan requirements, community resources and stages of child development
ability to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events, gather, collate and/or classify data
use job-related equipment
knowledge of and ability to apply best instructional practices in lessons
flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances
work with data utilizing defined but different processes
operate equipment using standardized methods
ability to work with the diversity of individuals and/or groups
independent interpretation of guidelines
problem solving with equipment
ability to establish and maintain constructive relationships
adapting to changing work priorities
maintaining confidentiality, exhibiting tact and patience
working flexible hours
Bachelor’s Degree in a job-related area, with or eligibility for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Middle School Science is required.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree is preferred.
Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Responsibilities

Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress and ways to support expectations, develop methods for improvement, and/or reinforce classroom goals in the home environment
Assess students’ academic learning and/or skills to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration
Assist other teachers in implementing the curriculum
Attend a variety of educational workshops, seminars, in-services, ongoing evaluation process, reviewing the position plan, etc., to maintain their professional knowledge
Coordinate a variety of activities (e.g. field trips, transportation, lesson plans, etc.) to ensure the availability of equipment, materials, and personnel to achieve objectives
Develop curriculum and/or individual plans for students in collaboration with the classroom team (e.g. IEP, Section 504, Health Care Plans, etc.) to provide classroom activities and routines that support individual/group needs and/or deliver services in compliance with established guidelines
Instruct students to improve their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study
Apply best practices for instruction in planning and instructional delivery while focused on equity, culturally responsive practices, and trauma-informed care
Maintain classroom equipment, work areas, student files/records (e.g., instructional materials, cleaning work areas/playground, et.) to ensure availability of items, provide reliable information, and/or ensure safe and sanitary environment
Model conversation, manners, clean-up activities, listening, etc., to demonstrate appropriate social behavior
Monitor students in a variety of educational settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, etc.) to provide a safe and positive learning environment
Organize indoor/outdoor, quiet/active activities appropriate to age groups for the purpose of actively participating in the learning activities with children
Oversee instructional assistants to provide supervision, training, and/or encourage their participation in planning, curriculum development, and classroom activities
Participate in a variety of program activities (e.g. family staffing, staff training, planning, communication, evaluation activities, etc.) to convey and/or receive information related to the program plan
Prepare teaching materials and related reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to implement lesson plans and document student progress
Respond to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel for resolution
Respond to inquiries from a variety of sources to resolve issues, provide information, and/or referrals
Assist other personnel, as may be required, to ensure an efficient and effective work environment