Transitional Teacher (Science)

About the position

This position is part of the Tuba City Boarding School, Bureau of Indian Education. As a Transitional Teacher (Science) you will be responsible for serving as a classroom teacher in a BIE school on or near the Reservation. The instruction area(s) will normally be specialized subjects in a middle school setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare yearly instructional outlines and related daily lesson plans covering relevant units of study and specifying objectives, activities and evaluative methods/instruments for both group and individual instructional programs.
• Teach students by selecting, developing, adapting and implementing appropriate instructional methods and techniques utilizing available resources to provide for academic achievement.
• Continuously evaluate individual and group academic progress through the use of criterion-referenced tests, periodic standardized tests, oral tests, and/or other relevant evaluative methods/instruments.
• Develop and conduct instruction within an environment that provides and promotes opportunities for the students to develop rapport, inter-relationships, self-discipline and a positive self-image.
• Maintain control of assigned class(es) and handle discipline independently except for chronic or extreme behavior problems.
• Supervise assigned students as scheduled, or provide for their supervision, throughout the academic day and/or activity in order to provide for the safety, health, and welfare of the students in compliance with school, Agency, and Area Guidelines.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a background clearance.
• Must show proof of enrollment for the local state's Board of Education alternative licensure/certificate program within 90 days of starting the position.
• Must obtain and maintain a Teacher Certification related to the instructional area identified on this announcement within three (3) contract terms of starting the position.
• Must possess and maintain valid state driver's license.
• Possess a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) from an accredited education institution in education or related subject.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university AND enrolled in Alternative Licensure program in the State where the position is located.