Charterschoolpartners
SPS Anchor: Science Teacher - Physics and/or Chemistry - Grades 6-12
Charterschoolpartners, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Position Type: High School Teaching/ScienceDate Posted: 6/29/2024Location: Stamford, CTDate Available: 2024-2025 School YearThe filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.General Statement
Job Description - Science TeacherA competent
Science Teacher
understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self-concepts. The
Science Teacher
stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. The
Science Teacher
accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction. In addition, the
Science Teacher
meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.Major Responsibilities
Demonstrates facility in the skills of reading, writing and mathematics.Demonstrates knowledge of the subject to be taught.Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development as it relates to the teaching-learning process.Demonstrates knowledge of the American public school system.Plans instruction to achieve selected objectives.Effectively implements instructional plans and uses appropriate instructional techniques.Effectively communicates with students.Helps students develop positive self-concepts.Facilitates the independence of the student as learner.Effectively organizes time, space, materials and equipment for instruction.Effectively assesses student needs and progress.Effectively meets the needs of exceptional students.Establishes a positive learning environment.Meets professional responsibilities.Encourages and maintains the cooperative involvement and support of parents and the community.Qualifications
A valid Connecticut teacher certificate in Science(s):High School: 030-Biology, 7-12; 031-Chemistry, 7-12; 032-Physics, 7-12; 033-Earth Science, 7-12; 034-General Science, 7-12; as appropriate.Middle School: 006 Gr. 4-8 or 230, Biology MS, 231 chemistry MS, 232 Physics, MS, 233 Earth science, MS, 234 Genl Science MS, 235 Integrated Science, MS.Demonstrated excellence in teaching the subject area(s) and/or instructional levels targeted.Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and educational assistants.Evidence of organizational ability and willingness to pursue tasks to successful completion.Superior communication skills (oral and written).Knowledge of and/or demonstrate the ability to learn and implement Operating Systems (i.e. Windows); Office suites (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Docs); Presentation Software (i.e. PowerPoint, Keynote); Spreadsheets (i.e. Excel, Google Spreadsheets); Communication and Collaboration tools (i.e. Skype); Accounting Software (i.e. QuickBooks); Student Information Systems (i.e. Naviance, Power School); or any other technology deemed relevant for this position.Union Stamford Education Association (SEA)Salary:
$50,684 to $123,992Step Placement is based on education and experience as outlined in Article 4 (D) of the SEA Contract.Application Procedures Online application is required.Internal Applicants - Please Upload
A cover letter summarizing your interest in and qualifications for this positionA resumeA minimum of 2 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current supervisor.External Applicants
Please upload a minimum of 2 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current or recent past supervisor. Letters of reference should be dated within the last two years.
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Job Description - Science TeacherA competent
Science Teacher
understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self-concepts. The
Science Teacher
stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. The
Science Teacher
accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction. In addition, the
Science Teacher
meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.Major Responsibilities
Demonstrates facility in the skills of reading, writing and mathematics.Demonstrates knowledge of the subject to be taught.Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development as it relates to the teaching-learning process.Demonstrates knowledge of the American public school system.Plans instruction to achieve selected objectives.Effectively implements instructional plans and uses appropriate instructional techniques.Effectively communicates with students.Helps students develop positive self-concepts.Facilitates the independence of the student as learner.Effectively organizes time, space, materials and equipment for instruction.Effectively assesses student needs and progress.Effectively meets the needs of exceptional students.Establishes a positive learning environment.Meets professional responsibilities.Encourages and maintains the cooperative involvement and support of parents and the community.Qualifications
A valid Connecticut teacher certificate in Science(s):High School: 030-Biology, 7-12; 031-Chemistry, 7-12; 032-Physics, 7-12; 033-Earth Science, 7-12; 034-General Science, 7-12; as appropriate.Middle School: 006 Gr. 4-8 or 230, Biology MS, 231 chemistry MS, 232 Physics, MS, 233 Earth science, MS, 234 Genl Science MS, 235 Integrated Science, MS.Demonstrated excellence in teaching the subject area(s) and/or instructional levels targeted.Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and educational assistants.Evidence of organizational ability and willingness to pursue tasks to successful completion.Superior communication skills (oral and written).Knowledge of and/or demonstrate the ability to learn and implement Operating Systems (i.e. Windows); Office suites (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Docs); Presentation Software (i.e. PowerPoint, Keynote); Spreadsheets (i.e. Excel, Google Spreadsheets); Communication and Collaboration tools (i.e. Skype); Accounting Software (i.e. QuickBooks); Student Information Systems (i.e. Naviance, Power School); or any other technology deemed relevant for this position.Union Stamford Education Association (SEA)Salary:
$50,684 to $123,992Step Placement is based on education and experience as outlined in Article 4 (D) of the SEA Contract.Application Procedures Online application is required.Internal Applicants - Please Upload
A cover letter summarizing your interest in and qualifications for this positionA resumeA minimum of 2 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current supervisor.External Applicants
Please upload a minimum of 2 letters of reference, at least one of which is from a current or recent past supervisor. Letters of reference should be dated within the last two years.
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