Teacher MS - Science Replacement - Baker Middle School

Tacoma Public Schools•Baker Middle 8001 S. J St., WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a Science Teacher for Baker Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a replacement contract position with an anticipated assignment from September 1, 2026, to January 4, 2027, or until the return of the staff member on leave. The role involves planning, organizing, and delivering learning activities and experiences to help students reach their full potential intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially. The teacher will support the curriculum, policies, and initiatives of the School/Building, School Board, District, and State to enhance student achievement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with an appropriate educational endorsement.
Valid Washington State teaching certificate.
Completion of all District-required trainings, as assigned.
Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance.
Knowledge of applicable Washington State and Federal rules and regulations.
Knowledge of subject matter/course content relevant to assignment.
Knowledge of and skills in using various formative and summative assessments.
Knowledge and skill in instructional principles, methods, and techniques.
Skill in obtaining, clarifying, and exchanging information.
Skill in critical thinking and problem solving.
Skill in attention to detail.
Skill in classroom management.
Skill in handling student discipline.
Skill in providing quality customer service.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate activities.
Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the District.
Ability to use informational technology.
Ability to exercise critical thinking and use sound judgment.
Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
Ability to work with difficult and/or sensitive situations to provide appropriate resolutions.
Ability to serve as a role model and treat students and colleagues as individuals in a professional and ethical manner.
Ability to adhere to all Tacoma Public School Board policies.
Ability to support the School/Building, School Board, District, and State curriculum, policies, and initiatives for student achievement.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, bend, climb and/or be mobile.
Ability to travel throughout the District by means of private or public transportation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.

Nice To Haves

Any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.

Responsibilities

Develops, plans, and strategizes a program of study based on student learning needs, meeting individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media to engage students and provide opportunities for participation.
Assesses student growth regularly and provides progress reports, maintaining and issuing appropriate grades.
Refers students for evaluation by District Specialists as needed.
Provides guidance to promote students' welfare, educational development, and citizenship.
Strives to implement the District’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
Assists administration in implementing District policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and encourages students to maintain standards.
Manages student behavior and maintains order in the classroom fairly and justly.
Participates in the planning and evaluation of the school program(s) and the District’s curriculum and program development.
Develops norms for learning reflecting teacher knowledge of content.
Prepares lesson plans for assigned classes and provides evidence of preparation upon request.
Provides differentiated instruction and scaffolding of tasks.
Effectively utilizes learning time and guides the learning process toward curriculum goals.
Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, aligning instructional materials and tasks.
Communicates objectives and learning targets to students.
Establishes and maintains open communication with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
Makes provisions for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes.
Conducts parent/guardian conferences and meetings with District staff, parents/guardians, and students to communicate progress and interpret program rationale and student development.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations.
Utilizes multiple data elements (formative and summative assessments) to plan and inform instruction.
Evaluates student learning and success criteria to modify and improve program effectiveness.
Uses Washington State approved student growth rubrics for tracking student growth data.
Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Provides for and promotes the care and protection of students and school property.
Supervises students in lunchroom, hallways, school grounds, and any program held at the school.
Effectively utilizes and provides access to community and District resources to enhance student learning and teacher effectiveness.
Maintains and updates knowledge and skills through professional development activities and training.
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees.
Supervises Para Educators and other classroom office assistance as required.
Provides guidance and works with staff members appropriately.
Develops and maintains professional and collegial relationships with colleagues.
Collaborates with peers and administrators to improve student learning.
Supports appropriate conduct and performance of job duties.
Adheres to Tacoma Public School Board policies.
Contributes to the development of new teachers and student teachers per District guidelines.
Maintains files on latest curriculum guides.
Keeps updated on resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.
Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis.
Maintains regular, reliable, predictable attendance and physical presence.