Teacher - Science - Orchard Farm High School

Orchard Farm School District • Saint Charles, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Orchard Farm School District is seeking a certified Science teacher to join our high school team! Our mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities. Located in St, Charles, MO with a current enrollment of approximately 2,600 students our district is mostly situated between Highway 370 and north to West Alton, MO where the two rivers meet. From farmland to planned communities our district has a unique culture to embrace old traditions with the new traditions. Offering a great benefits package allows staff to embrace both work and enjoy those greatest life moments. Employees receive health, dental, vision, and life insurance paid for the employee by the district. Paid time off along with tuition reimbursement and many professional developement opportunities are also offered. Retirement "Pension" plan offered through PSRS to help round out the benefits along with many supplemental plans and a 403/457(b) offering. So...Come SOAR with OFSD and be part of the next generations learning experience. Apply Today! Teachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to students and maintaining an environment conducive to learning. This includes implementing effective curriculum, managing a positive classroom environment, utilizing technology for instruction and record-keeping, and actively collaborating with the school community to support student success.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree or higher
• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate (Biology 9-12)
• Knowledge of state standards, federal and state regulations and law
• Knowledge of subject matter content and assessment strategies
• Knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction
• Ability to relate to students, staff, and parents in a positive manner
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form
• Ability to follow written and oral communication
• Ability to problem solve
• Biology 9-12 Certification Required

Nice To Haves

• Additional 9-12 Science Content Certifications (i.e. Chemistry, Earth Science, etc.) is preferred
• The ideal candidate for this position would hold a Master's Degree in the content or have the ability to teach dual credit courses

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students
• Create and implement a classroom disciplinary plan
• Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction
• Participate in building, grade level and subject area committees
• Participate in professional development activities
• Maintain accurate student records including attendance, grades and discipline
• Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns
• Participate as a member of an IEP team, 504 team or other student assistance teams as requested
• Implement special educational plans such as 504 plans, individual educational programs and individual health plans
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination and harassments as directed by Board policy
• Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher
• Subject area teachers may have additional duties and responsibilities

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, and life insurance paid for the employee by the district
• Paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• professional developement opportunities
• Retirement "Pension" plan offered through PSRS
• supplemental plans and a 403/457(b) offering

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time