What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biotech / Chemistry Teacher position at Helix Charter High School?
About the Employer
Helix Charter High School is a comprehensive high school, located in La Mesa, California, a suburb of San Diego. Helix has served its community as a traditional public high school from 1951 - 1996, then as a public charter school from 1998 to present. Helix was the first public comprehensive high school in California to convert to a charter high school, and while much about the educational program has changed to best serve the student population, the tradition of the school has remained. Helix boasts a history of academic excellence; outstanding arts, athletics, and activities; and it continues to serve as a community school, while welcoming those in the surrounding areas through its charter status.
A STRONG MISSION
Helix Charter High School provides a comprehensive education that prepares all students to graduate college-ready and equipped to reach their personal and academic potential.
A CLEAR VISION
In a college preparatory environment, Helix Charter High School strives to close the achievement gap through effective collaboration and innovative practices.
OUR MAIN PURPOSE
Our Main Purpose is to provide students with powerful learning experiences that help them gain the knowledge, skills, and insights that enable our students to make connections that transform their relationship to self, others, and the world.
TITLE IX NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Helix prohibits sex discrimination including sex-based harassment in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions regarding sex discrimination or harassment to the Title IX Coordinator. The contact information for the Title IX Coordinator, Helix's Title IX notice of nondiscrimination, and additional information regarding your rights under Title IX are available on the Helix website at : www.helixcharter.net / titleix
Job Summary
Helix is looking for a Biotech / Chemistry Teacher to join our expanding Biotechnology pathway, where students learn about biological concepts from the perspective of the biotechnology industry. They have opportunities to apply the theories that they learn to a variety of lab experiences that mirror that type of work currently being performed within the industry, and begin to develop and refine a variety of workplace skills.
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