SCIENCE

Orange County Public Schools•Winter Garden, FL

About The Position

The Science Teacher provides an educational atmosphere that encourages positive student learning and works with classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and other staff to develop and implement school programs and goals. The teacher plans and delivers instruction suited to students’ developmental stages and individual learning needs, evaluates student progress, manages the classroom, and contributes to ongoing school improvement and professional growth. The position also involves communicating with families, maintaining required student records, and caring for classroom equipment and school property.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Certified or eligible for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in Florida.
Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, child development, current research, and varied learning styles.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Basic knowledge of technology, with planning and organizational skills.
Ability to manage a classroom and supervise students.
Skill in analyzing, diagnosing, and evaluating student progress and programs.
Ability to use effective, positive interpersonal skills.
Commitment to core beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

Work with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
Participate actively with faculty and staff and contribute to planning, implementing, and evaluating continuing school-improvement programs.
Manage the classroom, supervise students, and ensure proper care of equipment.
Participate in professional-growth activities to acquire new and improved skills and knowledge.
Analyze student progress and programs to provide instruction appropriate to students’ developmental stages.
Use varied instructional techniques to address individual student needs, technology, and current research.
Evaluate student progress regularly and use classroom-management techniques that support an effective classroom climate.
Show sensitivity to students, parents, and the community, and promote student self-esteem.
Maintain professional relationships between the school and parents; communicate through conferences, telephone, or written communication, and encourage parental involvement in school activities.
Maintain required records, including grade books, attendance records, and student progress reports.
Help protect student and school property.
Keep current with job-appropriate technology used by OCPS and attend district-supported training as needed to maintain required technology skills.
Maintain timely and accurate information as part of job responsibilities.
Perform other duties assigned by the Principal.