Anticipated Chemistry Teacher at East Haven Public Schools

Anticipated East Haven High School Chemistry Teacher
East Haven Board of Education

Salary: As stipulated in the EHEA/ Board Agreement
Job Title:  High School Chemistry Teacher 
Reports To:  Assistant Principal
Location:  East Haven High School
Level:  Grades 9-12
Education: The successful candidate must hold current CT certification in chemistry (7-12) (031) as well as at least one additional science certification; Preferably Physics 7-12 (032).

• The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of:
  • developing students' understanding of chemistry concepts and skills
  • developing lessons that are aligned to the Common Core State Standards as well as Next Generation Science Standards
  • integrating technology and digital resources into instruction
  • strong classroom management and organizational skills
  • differentiation
  • content area literacy
  • assessment (summative and formative)

• Create a classroom environment that supports students' development of chemistry content knowledge, conceptual understanding, and related skills, knowledge and successful experience

• Implementing research-based instructional practices
• Using a variety of assessment tools and analyzing student data to drive instruction
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, support staff, and administrators
• Think flexibly and adapt to the specific instructional needs of students
• Collect data to measure impact on instruction and student achievement
• Develop goals related to teacher practice, student growth and school improvement
• Develop and revise curriculum and various types of assessments that align with district initiatives

 
This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities which comprise this position.