Chemistry Teacher

Position Type :

High School Teaching / Science

Date Posted : 7 / 17 / 2024

Location : Salem High School

Closing Date :

Internal Closing 07 / 23 / 24 Under the general supervision of the Director of Math and Science, advance students' competence of the disciplinary core ideas in Chemistry; help them develop a coherent and scientifically-based view of the world around them through the understanding of cross-cutting concepts, and engage them in the work of scientists through the application of scientific practices.

Essential Functions

• Teaches knowledge and skills in the field of Chemistry, in accordance with the Next Generation Science Standards-aligned district curriculum.
• Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences that engage and challenge students and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence, including scientific research projects, demonstrations, experiments, and laboratory activities.
• Instructs students in the proper use and care of scientific equipment.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Maintains familiarity with district, regional, and national standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within content area, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Additional Duties

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.