Secondary Science Teacher - High School

Livonia Public Schools•Livonia, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified science teacher for Churchill High School who will be able to develop and sustain academic-focused instruction. The teacher will identify and implement best practices in instruction and student achievement. The teacher will motivate each student to acquire knowledge in scientific facts and principles, skills in scientific methods of problem solving, and to discover and develop special talents in scientific fields. The teacher will create an engaging, welcoming, and positive classroom environment that stimulates achievement and growth. Livonia Public Schools employs approximately 1,800 staff members, serving approximately 13,100 students pre-K through post-secondary. The district has 15 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 career technical center, 1 early childhood center, and 1 vocational and transition center. The annual budget is $180 million, with state funding of $10,000 per pupil.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in the area of general science or biology preferred
Valid Secondary Michigan Teaching Certificate - DX/DI/DQ preferred
A major in the subject area is strongly preferred
A passionate commitment to improving learning for all students
Demonstrated positive interpersonal relationships
Skills in individualizing instruction
Evidence of ability to establish positive working relationships with all stakeholders
Superior verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming and positive classroom climate and culture.
Exhibit a commitment to the District's Shared Vision and Collective Commitments.
Teach skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes through courses in general and integrated science to secondary students, utilizing curriculum based on MDE guidelines, state curriculum, and adopted by the Board of Education.
Develop a balanced science program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and experiments; organize laboratory activities for optimal learning.
Demonstrate scientific concepts by use of scientific apparatus, experiments, and standard or teacher prepared charts, sketches, and other instructional aides.
Adapt science materials and methods to develop engaging, relevant, sequential lessons and assignments that guide and challenge students.
Provide individual and small group instruction to adapt curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds.
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Integrate school improvement goals into the classroom.
Maintain student classroom records using current district technology.
Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss curriculum, assessments, and student progress.
Instruct students in the proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment and plant and animal life.
Provide for safe storage and proper use of materials, equipment, and tools.
Make minor adjustments and requests for repairs to equipment as required.
Encourage students to think independently and to express original ideas.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide a safe and productive classroom environment.
Identify student needs and work collaboratively with other professional staff members in assessing and assisting students.
Communicate with students, parents and school counselors on student progress.
Supervise students to ensure a school climate in accordance with the District Vision and Collective Commitments.
Administer and monitor student assessments.
Participate in school improvement/AdvancEd accreditation initiatives at the district and school level, committees, and professional learning communities.
Execute other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned by building or department administrator.

Benefits

Traditional pension
Tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution
Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF) - portable, tax-deferred investment account for healthcare expenses in retirement
Dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% of contribution to PHF
Medical insurance, including prescription drug coverage (district contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law)
Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week
Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week
Optional "cash in lieu" of medical insurance for those who qualify
Dental, vision, and life insurance (district pays 100% of premium for all employees)
Long-term disability coverage (district pays 100% of premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week)
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members (confidential, short-term counseling, available 7 days a week, no cost to employee)
Paid holidays
Earned vacation, sick, and bereavement days
Longevity pay
Paid "act of God" days, such as snow days
Children of employees working 20+ hours are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice, even if living outside district boundaries.