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2026-2027 High School Science/Spec Ed Teacher
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What they do
A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.
$58,678 / year median in Delaware
+5% projected growth
Job Description
True Openings as of 8/12/2026 2026-2027
High School Science/Spec Ed Teacher JobID:
36699Position Type:
High School/ Science Date Posted:
8/11/2026Location:
Kent County Secondary ILC Date Available:
August 2026Closing Date:
Until Filled District:
Capital School District Description:
High School Science/Special Education Teacher Terms of Employment:
10 month position (temporary if hired after contractual start date for teachers) Reports to:Building Principal Salary:
Current Teacher salary scheduleMinimum Qualifications:
Meets certification requirements of the State of Delaware for secondary science in content area of Biology, Physical Science, or Chemistry. Meets certification requirements of the State of Delaware for special education (Exceptional Child Spec Ed K-12) Strong content knowledge of secondary science and special education. Successful completion of Praxis II exam. Teacher who is designated Highly Qualified in Secondary science preferred.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach Science to students in grades 9-12. Dual certification required in special education. Works cooperatively with all staff and parents Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's mission statement. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation With notice and consistent with employment commitments, is available to students and parents, within reason, for educational related purposes outside the instructional day Performs other duties as assignedNote:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand and /or fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift an/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Standard Requirements:
Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment Tuberculin Test and physical Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck Application Procedures Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by completing an employment application no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date indicated above. A cover letter, resume and three letters of reference, dated within the last year, are required. Please note that incomplete application packages will not be considered. Applicants needing special accommodations in the application process of the vacancy announcement may contact the Human Resources office at 302-857-4215. The Capital School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the Title IX, District 504 andADA Coordinators:
Capital School District, 198 Commerce Way, DoverDE 19904.
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