Teacher Charter High School Science Teacher 24-25
Job Description
Why Teach With Us?
We are seeking the most talented and dedicated educators to bring their skills, experience, and energy to a collaborative and innovative learning environment where teachers are empowered to meet each student’s unique learning needs and open the doors to new and rich opportunities. Our teachers are dynamic and innovative pedagogues who are committed to urban students and the issues they face every day.
Our teacher can expect to receive enhanced instructional support, a range of professional development opportunities, the data tools they need to succeed and the opportunity to be part of a passionate team of colleagues.
Who You Are
You’re a dedicated science educator who is committed to serving students from all backgrounds to help foster creativity and self-expression. You approach learning via a growth mindset and have a proven track record of engaging students. You are reflective, seek and effectively apply feedback, and strive to learn from those around you. You make informed decisions about lesson planning based on data and have demonstrated success in tailoring instruction to the needs of diverse learners. You work collaboratively with others to achieve common goals and are passionate about what you do.
What You’ll Do
Science teachers work with a diverse range of students to develop Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics content knowledge and skills through exploration/experimentation, reading, discussion, and writing. Science teachers will:
- Prepare all students for success with New York State Regents Science exams; place an equal emphasis on developing scientific thinkers by inviting students to ask questions, develop models, carry out investigations and analyze data
- Guide students in applying their subject matter knowledge and skills through evidence-based scientific explanations and arguments and by challenging them to address real-world problems that impact the community students live in
- Help students see the relevance of Science in their everyday lives, as well as equip their students with the tools necessary to be critical consumers and innovative problem solvers within modern day society
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required; Master’s degree is preferred
- A valid New York State Science Certification
- There are limited opportunities for qualified teachers who do not possess a NY State certification to work in one of our high schools
- To learn more about NYS Certifications, visit: http://eservices.nysed.gov/teach/certhelp/CertRequirementHelp.do
- Proven track record for planning lessons with clear learning objectives and a means for assessing whether those objectives have been met
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Demonstrated content knowledge and familiarity with Common Core State Standards
- Demonstrated success in tailoring instruction to the needs of diverse learners
- Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve common goals
- Experience working with educational technology
This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.
