Middle School Language Arts/Social Studies Core Teacher

DEFINITION :

Under general supervision, teaches one or more classes in the field of science to students in grades 7 through 12, assists in other school programs as assigned, and creates a flexible program and environment favorable to learning and personal growth in accordance with each student's ability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches knowledge and skills in general science which may include earth sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, etc., to secondary students utilizing the course of study prescribed by the District approved curriculum
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing "discovery" and laboratory learning methods
• Plans and demonstrates balanced science instructional program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organizes laboratory activities and procedures for optimum learning
• Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt curriculum to the needs of the students with varying intellectual abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior required to provide an orderly and productive environment
• Instructs students in proper care and use of materials, organizes storage areas, and controls use of materials to prevent loss or abuse
• Evaluates each student's performance and growth in knowledge and understanding, and prepares progress reports
• Selects and requisitions instructional materials, books, etc., and maintains inventory records
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and / or in self-selected professional growth activities
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he / she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress
• Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of -classroom activities
• Participates in faculty and / or District committees and the sponsorship of student activities

CREDENTIAL :

EDUCATION :

Bachelor's degree, including all courses to meet credential requirements

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 frequently required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and taste or smell.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must possess or qualify for a Multiple Subject teaching credential. Interns accepted.

Please include a resume and three letters of recommendation (supervisors preferred).

INTERNS : Please include a copy of your letter of eligibility from your college / university.

Comments and Other Information

This position is open for immediate placement and is located at Hesperia Junior High. We operate on a modified traditional calendar, starting early August and getting out at the end of May.

We do offer a benefit package that covers the employee and any dependentsour teachers do make a monthly contribution towards the cost.

The District is also an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its hiring practices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, age, religious creed, pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or lactation, including related medical conditions and recovery; parental, family or marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sex, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to :

Danny Polmounter

Assistant Superintendent, Personnel

Hesperia Unified School District

15576 Main Street

Hesperia, CA 92345

760) 244-4411, Ext. 7331