High School Science Teacher
Description
Title:High School Science Teacher
Posting Date: March 17, 2025
Application Due: Open until filled
Classification: Licensed Regular, Full-Time Position
Grades/Location: Grades 9-12, High School
Start Date: August 25, 2025
Schedule: 1.0 FTE
Salary: $48,006 - $97,932
Benefit package with PERS pickup.
Dayton High School is seeking a Science teacher to work with students in grades 9–12. Oregon Teaching License required, science endorsement required, and preferred advanced science experience. Salary based on experience and placement on licensed salary schedule.
The District offers a comprehensive benefit package including family coverage for medical, dental and vision, paid sick leave, personal and bereavement leave and a professional development program. Employer paid 6% PERS pickup. Extra-curricular/coaching opportunities available.
JOB SUMMARY:
Dayton School District is seeking a passionate and qualified Science Teacher to join our dynamic team. This role requires an Oregon Teaching License with an endorsement in Foundational Science or a secondary science endorsement in Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Science, or Physics.
Candidates must either hold the required license or be able to obtain it prior to the start date.
The Science Teacher will engage students in hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences that ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of science.
The specific courses taught will be determined based on the teacher’s area of expertise and the district’s needs.
Opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities or athletics as a coach or advisor may also be available.
Applicants who are bilingual in Spanish are encouraged to apply.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Degree: BA,BS, MA, MAT
Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Willingness to work with extra-curricular activities w/ emphasis on high school and/or middle school coaching.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide Health and Physical Education instruction aligned with the Common Core State Standards.
Evaluate academic and social growth of students and maintain appropriate records.
Use data to plan for instruction.
Participate in curriculum and/or faculty committees as interested or required.
Work collaboratively with other staff members to support student learning
Community Description:
Dayton School District is a rural district located in western Oregon’s scenic Mid-Willamette Valley, between McMinnville and Newberg. The staff works with parents and other community members to provide a learning environment which leads to progress and success in all academic areas and encourages students to become well-rounded citizens. The student population of approximately 1,000 is served by a grade school, a grades 6 - 8 junior high, and a high school. The school district draws people into the community who want a strong educational system with a rural sense of caring and teamwork.
EEO and ADA information: Dayton School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Procedure:
Online Application Required: https://www.daytonk12.org/our-district/employment-opportunites
Material Required:
A professional resume which includes current contact information, educational background, other professional experience, professional references, and other pertinent information.
Provide the name, address and phone number of your current or most recent supervisor
A copy of front and back of Oregon Teaching License
Undergraduate and Graduate Transcripts
Letter of interest.
Three Letters of Recommendation.
Online trainings required. Applicants who best meet the requirements of the position will be invited for an interview.
Contact Information:
Molly Arce, District Secretary
503.864.2215 ext. 302
molly.arce@dayton.k12.or.us
Position is open until filled.
Dayton School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.