Science - Hillcrest Education Center

Job Title: Science Teacher - Alternative Education Center

Department: Instruction

Reports to: Building Principal

Classification: Certified / Exempt

Summary

To develop in each student an awareness of the role of science in economic and social progress; to motivate each student to acquire knowledge of scientific facts and principles, and skills in scientific methods of problem-solving, to discover and develop special talents of students in scientific fields

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. Teaches skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes through courses in general science, earth sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, physiology, or science problems to secondary students, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
2. Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
3. Plans a science program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organizes laboratory activities for optimal learning.  
4. Demonstrates scientific concepts by use of scientific apparatus, experiments, and standard or teacher-prepared charts, sketches and other instructional aides.
5. Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects and experiments are being worked on simultaneously.
6. Instructs students in proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life.
7. Provides for safe storage and proper use of materials, equipment, and tools.  Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to equipment as required.
8. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior for a productive learning environment during class sessions, laboratory sessions, and field trips.
9. Evaluates each student's growth in knowledge, skills, and scientific attitudes in course being taught.
10. Selects and requests books, instructional aides, science equipment, chemicals, and supplies, and maintains inventory records as required.
11. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
12. Identifies students needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
13. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
14. Assists students in the selection and development of individual research projects
15. Cooperates with school administration in providing science displays and programs for the school and community, and in sponsoring science activities.
16. Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.
17. Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.
18. Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities.
19. Other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Supervisory Duties

Supervises students at all times.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Certificates

Bachelors Degree and valid Missouri teaching certificate required; or such alternative to these qualifications that the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Certification in Physical Science, Physics and/or Chemistry would be preferred.

Skills and Abilities  

Language

Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, board policy, administrative procedures/forms, and government regulations and guidelines. Must be able to complete forms, write reports, and engage in written correspondence with parents. Must have the ability to write clearly and complete lesson plans.

Computation

The individual must have the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as

probability and statistical inference; and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages,

ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning

Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be able to apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students.

Technology

The individual must understand basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use. Will be using district software for recording grades and finding student information.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The individual who holds this position must have the ability to speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously; must be able to move around the classroom; must be able to read handwritten and printed materials.

Attendance

Consistent and regular attendance is an essential job function of this position.

Conditions and Environment

The work conditions and the environment described here are representative of those that an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Occasionally the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform tasks, such as loading and unloading buses.

Terms of Employment

9 months.  Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board

Policy on Evaluation of Certified Staff.