Science Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Waynesboro Public Schools•Waynesboro, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Science Teacher at Kate Collins Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. The primary goal is to help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible individuals.

Requirements

Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
Demonstrated success in working with a variety of students.
Demonstrated the professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and members of the community.

Responsibilities

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Meets the accommodations for the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.