Science Teacher

Scott County School District•Georgetown, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026-2027 School Year. The Teacher will plan lessons, choose instructional materials, and use a variety of instructional techniques to meet the diverse needs of students. They will implement instructional programs according to district and state guidelines, manage time effectively for student instruction, and create a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning. The role involves collaboration with other teachers, evaluation of student academic performance, and communication of student progress to parents and guardians. The Teacher will also work with school staff to identify and meet individual student needs, participate in professional development, and support student special needs. They will work with the principal on professional growth opportunities, practice and support student safety during drills and emergencies, and maintain updated inventory records of classroom materials. Additionally, the Teacher will supervise students during school and school-sponsored events, administer various tests and assessments, and play an active role in curriculum development and implementation. Record keeping according to state law and district policy is also a key responsibility, as is serving on school committees and accepting responsibility for co-curricular activities. Establishing cooperative relations with others, adhering to the professional code of ethics, and participating in peer reviews and teacher leadership activities are expected. Technology integration to support the curriculum is also a part of the role. The Teacher will be evaluated by the Principal and/or district level administrator. Employment terms include days and salary pursuant to district salary schedules.

Requirements

College diploma
Certification from Kentucky Educational Professional Standards Board in area(s) for which person will be teaching
Strictly adheres to the Kentucky Certified Code of Ethics (704 KAR 20:680)
Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, written language, and hearing
Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light objects and students up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

Plans lessons and chooses instructional materials based on curriculum and needs of students
Uses a variety of instructional techniques to meet the diverse needs of their students
Works toward implementing the instructional programs as established through guidelines provided by the district and state
Manages time wisely so as to make the greatest use of time for student instruction
Creates and maintains an atmosphere with consistent standards in the classroom that is conducive to learning
Collaborates with other teachers and contributes as a member of school and district professional learning communities
Evaluates academic performance and progress of students regularly
Communicates student performance and progress to parents and guardians following school and district guidelines
Work with all school staff to meet and identify the needs of individual students
Participates in professional development and follows guidelines and accommodations for student special needs
Works with principal and others to obtain and practice professional growth opportunities
Practices and supports safety of students during drills and emergencies
Maintains updated inventory records of classroom material and follows guidelines in appropriation of supplies needed for the instructional program
Supervises students during school and school sponsored events
Administers student diagnostic, achievement, and other tests and assessments following district and state testing guidelines and regulations
Plays an active role in developing and implementing curriculum related to standards
Inputs, calculates, and maintains all necessary records according to state law, district policy and administrative regulations
Serves on school committees related to the selection of instructional materials and school improvement
Accepts a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned
Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others
Adheres to professional code of Ethics for certified personnel and all board policies
Participates in peer reviews and teacher leadership activities
Integrates technology and supplemental materials to support curriculum
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the Principal may assign