Description
MS Science Teacher Needed!!
Appropriate interaction with all students and their parents, and work in close collaboration with other teachers within the department, colleagues, and the school administration. Demonstrate strong teaching skills, exceptional organization, appropriate classroom management, and be child-centered in all aspects of the position. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to increase student achievement. The ideal candidate will have the ability to provide content and relevant learning experiences based on maturity level and general interests of the students.
Description of Duties:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the common core state standards, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
- Plan and execute lessons aligned to common core state standards and the Next Generation Science Standards for Middle School Science curriculum; push in to asssist another teacher when needed or oversee a couple of intervention classes
- Provide differentiated learning experiences for the range of skill levels and developmental needsof the students
- Adapt lessons for students with IEP's or Section 504 Plans, as appropriate. Participate in Special Education staffing with colleagues and parents
- Administer progress monitoring, benchmarking, and common assessments. Analyze data results to guide instruction
- Have a working knowledge of RtI and the referral process
- Submit lesson plans to Principal or designee as required
- Discipline students in a fair and consistent manner, aligned to school district approved policies and procedures
- Maintain regular communication with parents. Maintain individual webpage on school website
- Maintain all instructional spaces, including the outdoor facilities with the health and safety of the students and staff in mind. Report any unsafe conditions to school officials
- Complete all records and reports required by law and as requested by the school administration in a timely manner
- Meet accepted standards of professional behavior
- Exhibit professionalism and commitment through punctuality and attendance
- Attend staff meetings, professional development, and serve on staff committees, as appropriate
- Contribute to fostering a spirit of team and collaboration with all faculty and staff
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Passion for working with junior high students
- Illinois Professional Licensure (Elementary K-9 or Secondary 6-12)
- Appropriate endorsements for MS Science
- Excellent communication skills
- Adept at consistently incorporating technology in instruction
- Experience with NWEA MAP and IAR, a plus
- Bilingual, a plus
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Driven to excel at teaching and learning
- Highly motivated self-starter, with tireless work ethic, needing little direct supervision
- Sustain a culture of high expectations
- Serve as a wholesome role model for students
- Lead with integrity
Reports to:
Middle School Science reports directly to the Principal and/or designee
Terms of Employment:
School calendar as annually adopted by the Board of Education
Salary and benefits as defined within the teachers' contract and salary schedule
Start Date:
New Hire Orientation - August 7 and August 8, 2024. Teacher Institute Days - August 12 and August 13, 2024. First day of school - August 14, 2024.. Hours are 8am-3pm, Monday- Friday, except on days when there is a staff meeting, mentoring meeting, committee meeting, which goes until 4pm. Late hours for P/T conferences and Parent Literacy or Math Night as well as 8th Grade Graduatio are required.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $48,851..00 - $67,262 per year dependent on years of experience. District will give up to 10 years of credit for experience.
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person at Fairmont SD89 - 735 Green Garden Place, Lockport, IL 60441.
Please feel free to contact tdaniels@fsd89.org or sdooley@fsd89.org, if you have additional questions.