General Science/Biology Teacher – Anticipated

Job Posting #: 34747


DATE POSTED: December 2, 2024


DEADLINE DATE FOR APPLICATION: Friday, December 6, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.



General Science/Biology Teacher – Anticipated

• Initial Assignment Wheeling Park High School

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 2024-2025 School Year


SALARY: Per Ohio County Schools Salary Schedule Based Upon Degree and Years of Experience


BENEFITS:
Optical Insurance Social Security
Dental Insurance Worker’s Compensation
Medical Insurance Retirement
Life Insurance Unemployment Compensation
Liability Insurance Tax Shelter Annuity Program
Paid Sick Leave Sick Leave Bank
Paid Personal Leave Outside School Environment Days with pay 6


INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST:
Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/wvde/onlineapp/

Applicants not completing the application online will not be considered for the position. If you have any questions on application process, please contact Human Resources at 304-243-0321.

Equal employment opportunity will be granted to all persons, regardless of race, religion, color, sex or national origin, and no discrimination based upon such factors will be made in salary, promotion, demotion, transfer, or termination of any employee.

• It is a policy of the Ohio County Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of sex in employment as required by Title IX of the 1972 education amendments.
• It is a policy of Ohio County to provide equal opportunity for the disabled per federal regulation 504.

TITLE: General Science Teacher - Secondary

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To teach students so that they learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a valid West Virginia Teaching Certificate, for General Science 6-12; 5-12, or Physical Science, or Biology
• Proven ability in dealing with students
• Ability to direct research, both written and practical
• Past experience in directing student participation in Science Fair programs and other scientific competitions
• Willingness to be involved in Science Symposium and Science Fair competitions
• Ability to write clearly and concisely using correct grammar and spelling
• Ability to teach science in practical and applied formats utilizing technology
• Possess knowledge of the concepts contained in the Science Curriculum for Grades 9-12
• Willing to serve in extra-curricular activities and be involved with parent groups
• Successful completion of the interview and writing process
• Any combination of training and experience which would lead to successful employment as a General Science Teacher at the high school level

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Direct or coordinate student involvement in Science Symposium and Science Fair competitions
• Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning
• Utilizes instructional management systems which increase student learning and maximizes time on task
• Monitors student progress toward learning outcomes
• Maintains and upgrades professional skills
• Maintains professional work habits
• Promotes and maintains positive pupil-teacher-parent relationships
• Performs other duties assigned by the Principal, Deputy Superintendent or Superintendent

Revised: July 15, 2005 87k Term of Employment: 200 days









TITLE: Biology Teacher

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To teach students so that they learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a valid West Virginia Teaching Certificate, for Biology 7-12
• Possess the background, knowledge and training necessary to teach the following upper level courses in the Biology Curriculum: genetics, microbiology, physiology of exercise, botany, AP biology, and advanced ecology
• Have a good academic background
• Ability to write clearly and concisely using correct grammar and spelling
• Successful completion of the interview process
• Any combination of training and experience which would lead to successful employment as a Biology Teacher

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Implements his/her program of study
• Fosters a classroom climate conducive to learning
• Utilizes instructional management systems which increase student learning and maximizes time on task
• Monitors student progress toward learning outcomes
• Maintains and upgrades professional skills
• Maintains professional work habits
• Promotes and maintains positive pupil-teacher-parent relationships
• Performs other duties assigned by the Principal, Deputy Superintendent or Superintendent

Revised: July 15, 2005 Term of Employment: 200 days

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