SCIENCE TEACHER - GRADES 9-12

ANTICIPATED START DATE: 7/1/2025

LOCATION: Affton High School

DETAILS: 9 ½-month professional position (1.0 FTE) for the 2025-26 school year, with paid sick and personal leave. District-provided benefits package that includes health, dental, life and vision insurance. 

COMPENSATION: Salary for this position is in accordance with the 2025-26 Teacher Salary Schedule. Placement is determined by education and experience. 

JOB SUMMARY: The successful candidate will be part of high-energy and enthusiastic teams of professionals, dedicated to meeting the academic, social and emotional needs of students.  Successful candidates are reliable, show initiative, self-motivated, and self-directed. Must be able to work with all students and staff to provide academic, social and behavior support for the school.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in education
• Appropriate Missouri teaching certification in Science (9-12) is required
• Prior teaching experience in a school setting at the secondary level is preferred
• The ability to produce engaging lessons in person and in a virtual setting is required
• The ability to listen well and take initiative to solve problems is required
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation are required
• The ability to work with a multi-ethnic, multicultural student population is required
• The ability to remain flexible and positive with the demands and assignments of the job without losing sight of the mission, task or assignment is required
• The ability to work independently, use good judgment and think quickly and rationally in stressful situations is required
• The ability to effectively present information, respond to questions, and interact positively with students, staff, administration, and the community is required
• The ability to work as a team player, communicate and collaborate with staff and other professionals is required
• The willingness to learn new material and attend professional development, conferences and workshops is required

 For more information regarding Teacher duties and responsibilities, please view the Teacher (K-12) Job Description.

 All applicants must apply through Affton's Unified Talent Applicant Tracking website at:

https://affton.tedk12.com/hire

External candidates must have a resume entered into Unified Talent Applicant Tracking, prior to the closing date, in order to be considered for a position.  Cover letters and copies of transcripts are optional.  Verification of certification and transcripts will be requested upon hire.

Current employees must complete an abbreviated Unified Talent Applicant Tracking application, by clicking on the Internal link at the top right side of the Job Listings page.

All candidates are required to complete the EPI Candidate Assessment. You will receive a separate email invitation to complete this next step.

RIVS Interviews will be sent to candidates on 2/3 and all candidates will have 2 days to complete the video screening.

 AFFTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & E-VERIFY PARTICIPANT

Salary : $45,750