Science Teacher - Lenoir YDC
About The Position
The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. The agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. With more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members, the department provides exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. This position is a 12-month role within the Lenoir Youth Development Center, focusing on teaching Science courses to students in grades 6-12. The role seeks candidates passionate about helping at-risk youth, working together to strengthen North Carolina’s youth and families.
Requirements
- Possess a valid North Carolina teacher license, "A" or "M", with teaching certification in the area of Science (middle school) or Science (high school) or be eligible for a NC Teacher License through an alternative licensing pathway offered by NCDPI
- Have a four year college degree from an accredited post-secondary education institution
- All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application
- Supplemental Questions are a required part of the application; answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference: A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS). A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22
- Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check
Nice To Haves
- Experience providing effective instruction to meet the needs of students with diverse needs
- Experience in creating a safe environment for students utilizing behavioral management techniques
- Experience in creating lessons that coincide with Common Core State Standards and NC Essential Skills in order to improve student achievement
Responsibilities
- Planning lessons based on the NC Standards and student’s individual learning needs
- Ensuring success with all students while providing appropriate and engaging activities to teach concepts
- Providing research-based strategies and interventions to provide an appropriate education for all students
- Utilizing data to inform all instructional activities based on NC Standards
- Implementing IEPs
- Keeping all student records, exceptional children's program and other paperwork, and student progress up to date
- Serving as a member of the interdisciplinary team in order to plan for student services and treatment
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Retirement
- Health insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
