Central High School - Biology/Physics Teacher

Central High School - Biology/Physics Teacher Newton Public Schools - 4.0 Newton, MA Job Details Part-time $66,000 a year 5 hours ago Qualifications Teaching Certification Bachelor's degree

Technical Proficiency Full Job Description SUMMARY:

The Physics and Biology Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive biology and physics instructional program for high school students in grades 9-12 in our in-district therapeutic public day program. Physics is a 9th grade course in Newton, while Biology is an 11th grade course.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree Appropriate DESE teaching licenses Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to use technology effectively

Desired Qualifications:

Master's Degree or significant post-graduate coursework in both subject areas Experience teaching physics and biology at the high school level Experience teaching science within therapeutic school settings Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To): Design and implement curriculum and instruction that supports the school and district-wide goals of culturally responsive instruction and universally designed learning Prepare and deliver instructional lessons with clear and measurable outcomes Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds Use a wide variety of teaching techniques to support student learning Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as specified in educational plans (IEPs) and as needed to meet the learning needs of students Use a variety of formal and informal assessments to accurately measure student progress toward and to modify further instruction. Use a computer and other technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom Provide students with support (remediation and enrichment) using a variety of strategies Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson and assessment design Participate actively in faculty, department and team meetings Set professional development goals, develop professional development plans, and participate in professional development activities that improve teaching practice Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and the community Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students Use an online learning management system to post important materials/information about courses Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day, however there may be occasions for afterschool meetings (ex: Back to School Night). Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The teacher is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. 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 the essential functions.