STEM Teacher

Beaufort County School District•Hilton Head, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Science Lab teacher is responsible for providing leadership and expertise to students and to work collaboratively with the classroom teachers to improve science achievement for each and every learner. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.

Requirements

Must have a valid South Carolina teaching or be able to obtain one within 60 days from being hired.
Must be Highly Qualified in the content area or be able to become Highly Qualified within 60 days from being hired.
Must have completed a program of study in education from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

Prepare and provide hands on, experiential learning opportunities to students in grades K through 5 through demonstration and experimentation.
Collaborate with K-5 classroom teachers to plan and schedule lessons that align with SC Science Standards and Companion Documents for K-5 science.
Coordinate school science fairs.
Mentor students and prepare them for science competitions.
Attend staff development and professional activities to improve knowledge of instructional content.
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
Provide developmentally and academically appropriate opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving, with flexibility for meeting individual student needs.
Plan, create and implement a dynamic classroom environment conductive to learning and relevant to the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Select materials and equipment appropriate for the instructional program.
Model appropriate activities and positive behavior management techniques through daily contact with students and classroom staff.
Collaborate with other staff in developing plans and sharing best practices to provide comprehensive services to the students and families being served.
Assist in ensuring parent involvement and/or awareness in program planning through open communications, parent meetings, conferences, and parent newsletters.
Advocate for parents in accessing resources and support services as needed.
Ensure compliance with required federal, state, district and school policies regarding documentation and record keeping responsibilities.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.