What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secondary Science Teacher - 2025/2026 Vacancy position at Poughkeepsie City School District?
- Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences;
- Develop lesson plans and assessments;
- Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;
- Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;
- Identify and utilize different instructional resources and methods to support the learning needs of students at varying levels of progress;
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and technology;
- Provide for the care and protection of school property;
- Use relevant technology to support instruction;
- Observe and evaluate student performance and development;
- Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments as appropriate;
- Provide appropriate feedback on student work to promote growth and advancement;
- Monitor and encourage individual student progress;
- Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development;
- Update records accurately and completely as required by laws and district policies;
- Prepare required reports on students and activities when necessary;
- Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures and enforcing classroom, school, and district rules and procedures;
- Participate in department, school, and district meetings and professional development activities as appropriate;
- Stay current with the most recent developments in appropriate subject areas as initiated by the school or district;
- Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians;
- Maintain records of any required science labs for future reference;
- Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.
JobID: 1138
Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Science
Middle School Teaching/Science
Date Posted:
2/4/2025
2/4/2025
Location:
Poughkeepsie Middle School
Poughkeepsie Middle School
Date Available:
09/01/2025
09/01/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Open Until Filled
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
18 SOUTH PERRY STREET
POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK 12601
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #: 24-25-185 • SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHER - 2025/2026 VACANCY• FEBRUARY 2025 • POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL
NOTICE OF POSITION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
18 SOUTH PERRY STREET
POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK 12601
RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #: 24-25-185 • SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHER - 2025/2026 VACANCY• FEBRUARY 2025 • POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL
NOTICE OF POSITION
POSITION:
The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:
SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHER - 2025/2026 VACANCY
POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL
QUALIFICATIONS:POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL
New York State Teacher Certification required in content area. Graduate of a 4 year regionally accredited college or a higher institution approved by the New York State Department of Education.
DUTIES:
The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.
Responsibilities:
To provide quality educational instruction that advances student development through challenging and rigorous activities. Key instructional responsibilities include student's skill development, creation of positive mindsets, problem-solving skills, active participation, resilience and good citizenship. Work closely with parents to promote student growth and development.
Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials, and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.
SALARY:
In accordance with the PPSTA contract - $64,681 - $100,293
FINAL DATE TO FILE:
Open until filled
TO APPLY:
Please visit https://www.applitrack.com/poughkeepsieschools/onlineapp/ to fill out an online application. *Please refer to Job ID:1138*
The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure, which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.
Salary : $64,681 - $100,293