Biology/Chemistry Teacher at Health Sciences High and Middle College

Pay Range 55

JOB DESCRIPTION BIOLOGY/CHEMISTRY TEACHER Job Purpose: To plan, organize, and implement a high-quality instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Education-Based Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; and • California Teaching Credential in designated content area; and • Minimum of 1 years of experience in teaching; and • CPR Certification Knowledge, Skills, Ability: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Teachers must have the ability to • provide high quality instruction in an individual, small/whole group, or co-teaching setting. • establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, families, administrators, general educators, educational specialists, and support staff. • communicate effectively orally and in writing. • report to work on a regular and punctual basis. • perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the school culture and focus. • implement relevant technology within the classroom curriculum and setting. • Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment • meet professional teacher education requirements of school/district and state. Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Collaborate with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining instructional programs and services. • Instruct students in blended learning environments using the Gradual Release of Responsibility framework and evidence-based instruction strategies. • Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality instruction in an individual, small/whole group, or co-teaching setting. • Monitor students’ academic progress and provide appropriate feedback on work. • Implement accommodations and modifications in collaboration with the educational specialist and support staff. • Conduct formative and summative assessments of students. • Design and administer competency-based assessments that are consistent with department and school procedures. • Implement competency-based grading system consistent with HSHMC policies and agreements. • Collaborate with administrators, general educators, educational specialists, and support staff. • Engage in data focused conversations based on research-based best practices in an effort to improve teaching and learning. • Attend and provide input in IEP and planning meetings. • Utilize instructional technologies in a blended learning format to facilitate student achievement. • Communicate with families and parents to discuss academic progress when there are concerns and celebrations. • Establish and implement classroom norms and classroom management strategies that align with the school culture. • Design class structure, including curriculum, classroom management policies, physical design, and selection of print and digital materials. • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' attendance, progress, and development. • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. • Maintain a coaching relationship with assigned academic coach. • Provide supervision of students during lunch and passing periods. • Attend restorative conferences as needed. Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following: • Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds • Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails. • Participate in appropriate professional learning activities. • Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed. • Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions (Physical Requirements and Environment): Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move items.