Secondary Science Teacher - Leave Replacement/ Immediate Opening

Secondary Science Teacher - Grades 5-8

Position Requirements:

• Degree in Science and/or Education.
• Prepare 8th grade students for the Living Environment Regents examination in June.
• Knowledgeable in NYS labs requirements and execution.
• Demonstrated expertise in subject area or grade level, as evidenced by personal skills and knowledge, a relevant undergraduate major or minor or graduate degree or direct subject area or grade-level teaching experience.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility and demonstrated ability to engage the interest of pre-school or K-8 students.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse children, including those with special needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate tests and measurements of achievement; and

Reports to and is evaluated by:

• Principal

Description of Duties:

• Assist with the develop of lesson plans that exceed common core learning standards and meet the  learning standards set forth by Ivy League;
• Provide direct and indirect instruction;
• Evaluate students progress;
• Engage in effective and appropriate classroom management;
• Ensure that the school's academic standards are rigorous, clear, and measurable

Learning Standards:

• Develop curriculum and activities that are rigorous and academically stimulating;
• Develop assessments that measure progress towards Ivy League's academic standards;
• Maintain and communicate high academic and personal expectations for all students;
• Follow the school's policies and procedures for student conduct and discipline and refuse to tolerate classroom disruptions;
• Develop and use a variety of assessments (e.g., exams, written work, public performances) that frequently measure student progress toward the school's content and skill standards;
• Develop clear evaluation criteria and distribute to students prior to assignments;
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practices;
• Respond to parent concerns promptly and effectively;
• Participate effectively and collegially in department meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetings;
• Share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $250.00 per day

Physical Setting:

• Private school

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Smithtown, NY (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Smithtown, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $250