Middle School Science/SS position

Middle School Science/SS position Barrington Public Schools Barrington Middle School - Barrington, Rhode Island This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job Details

Job ID:

5696851

Application Deadline:

Jul 01, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description Barrington Public Schools Barrington RI Job Descriptions

TITLE:

Middle School Science/SS Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS

1RI Teaching Certification 2Undergraduate Degree Education, Master's Degree in Middle School Science preferred 3Maintain Professional Development Credits as Required by Contract and Certification

REPORTS TO

Principal

JOB GOAL

According to the Next Generation Science Standards, Science—and therefore science education—is central to the lives of all Americans. Thus, the goal of the science teacher is to provide a high-quality science education that encourages students to develop an in-depth understanding of content and develop key skills—communication, collaboration, inquiry, problem-solving, and flexibility—that will serve them throughout their educational and professional lives.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches content and skills in science following the Next Generation Science Standards, Rhode Island content standards, and Deep Learning Competencies
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of students; maintains required inventory records.
• Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions based on a variety of mass media and science topics
• Encourages students to think independently
• Evaluates each student's progress in the Disciplinary Core Ideas, Science Practice Standards, Engineering Practices, Cross-Cutting Concepts, and Performance Expectations
• Promotes the attainment of the District's Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan.
• Displays strong and deep knowledge of the philosophical foundations and content of the curriculum
• Applies current research-based best instructional practices and strategies to deliver the curriculum, and understands how knowledge is constructed within the discipline
• Plans and prepares lessons to optimize learning
• Promotes deep understanding of content by addressing unique learning styles, adapting instruction to meet the needs of all students, engaging students in rigorous learning experiences, using effective questioning techniques, and relating instruction to the student's life and to prior and future learning
• Contribute to and implement plans, including but not limited to IEPs, 504s, and individual health plans, for students with unique needs
• Reinforces strong student effort and excellent student work products
• Facilitates student learning through the use of various collaborative grouping structures that are appropriate to the instructional task, as well as regular and on-going student reflections, student self-data tracking, and Plan Do Study Act cycles of inquiry
• Requires students to regularly engage in high-level activities, including but not limited to application and analysis of information
• Administers and interprets various types of assessments
• Maintains accurate student records as a result of the monitoring of regular formative and summative assessment of curriculum attainment; adjusts instruction for individuals and groups of students
• Makes appropriate referrals and is prepared with credible and accurate documentation.
• Considers student voice in establishing and enforcing effective and positive classroom rules and procedures designed to ensure safety and enhance learning
• Organizes all facets of the instructional delivery system so that all equipment and instructional tools are ready for use, and ensures smooth transitions, maximizes time on task and guarantees the efficient distribution of resources
• Integrates technology to more effectively deliver the curriculum and specially designed instruction
• Actively engages in professional learning community activities and common planning time
• Meets all district, school, state, and federal timelines for reporting, communicating and enacting student plans and goals
• Communicates high and clear expectations
• Assists students in monitoring their own progress
• Contributes to collaborative planning activities
• Consults and collaborates regularly and professionally with colleagues, students, and parents; communicates immediately with all when there are concerns
• Takes responsibility for personal professional growth
• Participates in school events and in-school and/or department improvement efforts
• Performs administrative duties, including but not limited to budgeting, ordering of supplies, etc., as appropriate
• Presents in a professional and collaborative manner and exhibits excellent attendance and work ethic
• Supervises Students, Teacher Assistants, and Volunteers
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor Skills Required
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the general public
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts
• Ability to utilize current technology for instruction, communication, data analysis, and access to research
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific field
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policies 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 the essential functions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, lift, and talk or hear. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision and distance vision, including the use of projectors, laptops, science equipment, general office equipment, text, etc.
• The position requires the employee to be responsible for the safety of students Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in a particular part of the day and location. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. All teachers participate in other duties and activities as assigned by the principal.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the School Committee policy on the evaluation of teaching staff. To support the Barrington's commitment to diversity, and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be expected to include people of all races, ethnicities, creeds, socioeconomic classes, gender identities, sexual orientations, and disability statuses in work activities. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity and diversity.

Position Type:

Full-time