Chemistry Teacher bei Goodwill Excel Center (GEC)

Mission Contribution:

To fulfill the mission of advancing students to obtain a high school diploma.

Function:

The Chemistry Teacher will facilitate learning for students attending The Excel Center, meeting students “where they are”.  He/she employs a student-centered approach effectively tailoring the service delivery strategies to the individual students’ needs approaching education with creativity and innovation.  Strategies include differentiated instruction, individualized instruction, case stories, seminars, self-paced lessons, and computer-based learning.   The Chemistry Teacher will utilize appropriate training methods, motivational techniques, and related work adjustment tools.  

Essential Responsibilities:

• Creates an educational environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and needs of the students; prepares instructional materials for classes assigned and provides written evidence of preparation to Lead Teacher upon request.
• Establishes a standard of classroom behavior; maintains classroom management in and outside of the school.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on an established timetable, and provides written and oral progress reports to students and administrators and other selected staff; administers tests and assessments.
• Plans curriculum and prepares lessons and other instructional materials to meet individual needs of students within state and school requirements based on the educational, physical, and emotional levels of student development.
• Confers with lead teacher, administrators, and appropriate resource staff to develop educational programs for students.
• Creates learning materials geared to students' abilities and interests.
• Motivates students and provides consistent reinforcement of learning skills, and provides continuous assessment and feedback to students for all learning activities.
• Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, and district and administrative regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in subject specialty required with a minimum of 2 years teaching experience post licensing preferred.• Current Tennessee Teaching Certification with endorsements in Biology 7 – 12 (415) & Chemistry 7 – 12 (416).

• Experience working with high school age students in a non-traditional setting and/or in adult education setting highly preferred.

• Demonstrated success meeting educational needs and understanding student learning styles.

• Ability to analyze and interpret data and make necessary adjustments to achieve learning goals.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products; ability to effectively navigate the Internet.

• Superior verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong motivational skills.

• Adaptable to shifting priorities while attaining a positive learning environment.

• Ability to relate to a diverse population.

• Experience working with online learning is a plus.

• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, highly preferred.

• Ability to gather and analyze data for informed decision making.

• Must be able to pass required background screening including criminal background, abuse registry and felony, sex offender, and drug screen.

• Flexible to work within a 7AM – 8PM work schedule.

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

• Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis; and some dexterity in operating office equipment; must be able to use hands and fingers for sign language.
• Unavoidable Hazards:  The position is exposed to no unusual environmental hazards.
• Sensory (ADA) Requirements: The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

• The district is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  ADA requires the District to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

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