Science Teacher

Educational Service Center of the Western Reserve -
Ohio

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Job Details

Full-time
11 days ago

Qualifications

Computer operation
Computer literacy
Writing skills
Teaching Certification
Employee relationship building
Computer skills
Bachelor's degree in education
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Teacher

Reports to: Building Principal

Employment Status: Regular/Full-time

Description: Will be responsible for creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment that supports the
academic, social, and emotional development of all students. Teachers are expected to plan and deliver
effective instruction aligned with district curriculum and state standards, assess student progress, and
collaborate with colleagues and families to ensure student success.

NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Essential Functions:

Ensure the safety of students
Teach and evaluate the students using sound research-based teaching methodologies
Effectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a positive learning

environment

Prepare clear and timely lesson plans and assessments
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct electronic student records as directed by the administration
Provide guidance and counsel to the students, which will promote their welfare and their proper

educational development

Attend parent/teacher conferences
Distribute, review, and supply feedback on homework assignments
Ensure students are learning all subject material by regular assessments “for learning” as well as “of

learning”

Provide complete lesson plans and instructions for substitutes
Make provisions for being available to students and parents for educational-related purposes outside the

instructional day

Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life and conduct,

develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure for the classroom, and maintain order in the
classroom in a fair and just manner

Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilities
Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing

a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners

Act as a teacher, facilitator, and information source in the subject area specialty
Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff in assessing and helping students solve

health, behavioral, and learning problems

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, and parents
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student grades
Promote positive public relations by personal appearance, attitude, and conversation
Attend all meetings and in-services as required
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through the effective use of electronic grade

reporting, report cards, and conferences

Observe ethics of the teaching profession; exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability, and sound

judgment

Instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Counsel with colleagues, students, and parents
Attend educational field trips
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests

of students

Participate in the meetings of special education students as requested by the special education director
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined in the courses of study which have

been approved by the Board of Education

Notify parents and administration if the student is not meeting classroom goals
Maintain and improve professional competence

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Interact with the public in an official capacity when required
Interact with the Superintendent and/or Board of Education and present information as requested
Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as lifelong learners
Respond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate manner
Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships
Assist in the determination of appropriate curriculum, materials, supplies, and texts in cooperation with the

Curriculum Director, Principal and/or Guidance Counselor

Serve on committees and cocurricular activities as agreed upon
Attend professional growth seminars, workshops, etc., to keep current on relevant issues
Instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values
Counsel, advise, encourage, and motivate students
Serve on curriculum committees when requested
Delegate work when appropriate and supervise
Discipline students in the manner approved by the building principal
Refer attendance, health, and psychological emotional problems to the Principal and/or Guidance

Counselor

Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or designee

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited college or university

Appropriate State of Ohio teaching certifications/license
Meet the applicable requirements of a “highly qualified” teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act within

the appropriate timelines

Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find

appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the academic area and teaching methodology
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Organizational and problem solving skills
General computer skills

Additional Working Conditions:

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue

Occasional interaction with unruly students
Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms,

crouch, kneel, climb, and stoop

Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds
Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions, i.e., being prepared to work on all

scheduled school days, except calamity days

Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, calculator, writing
Occasional travel
Occasional evening/weekend work

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and
responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions
and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, appointing authority.

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Superintendent or designee Date

My signature below signifies that I have reviewed the contents of my job description and that I am aware of the
requirements of my position.

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