Teacher-Science High

Broward County Public Schools•Plantation, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The high school science teacher creates and maintains a classroom atmosphere that fosters high expectations and enthusiasm for learning. The teacher integrates critical thinking, application, interpersonal, and technology skills into an aligned curriculum and assessment process to support measurable student achievement gains and meet district and state standards. The role includes planning, implementing, and evaluating instruction and assessments; maintaining an effective classroom management system and positive learning environment; communicating with students, parents, and other stakeholders; and supporting students’ intellectual, personal, and social development. The teacher also maintains required records, follows applicable professional and regulatory requirements, accounts for school property, and performs other duties as assigned by the principal. If assigned Limited English Proficient students, the teacher must complete the required training and obtain the applicable endorsement.

Requirements

Appropriate State of Florida certification.
Computer skills as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Use traditional and alternative assessment strategies aligned with curriculum and standards to support learners’ continuous development.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other stakeholders.
Participate in planned, continuous professional quality improvement for self and school.
Use techniques and strategies that develop students’ critical, creative, and evaluative thinking.
Select instructional strategies and materials that reflect students’ cultures, learning styles, special needs, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Fulfill applicable written contracts and follow Florida education ethics and professional conduct requirements and relevant federal, state, and district regulations.
Use knowledge of learning and human development to support students’ intellectual, personal, and social development in a positive learning environment.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the subject matter.
Establish classroom management and discipline practices that promote active learning, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation.
Plan, align, implement, and evaluate instruction and assessment across varied learning environments.
Work with peers, parents, community members, and other stakeholders to improve students’ educational experiences.
Integrate appropriate technology into teaching and learning.
Complete required training and obtain the applicable endorsement if assigned Limited English Proficient students.
Maintain school records and prepare and submit required reports.
Account for school property, including keys, records, reports, and personal computers, as prescribed by applicable regulations.
Perform and promote activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies.
Follow good safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.