Science Teacher-Physics

Teaches knowledge and skills in one or more fields of science in accordance with the district curriculum.

Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

Understands NGSS and develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence, including scientific research projects, demonstrations, experiments, and laboratory activities.

Instructs students in the proper use and care of scientific equipment, chemicals, and plant and animal life.

Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

Maintains familiarity with district and standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.

Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the School Director and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Experience: Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred. Equipment:Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Travel Requirements: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Works in standard office and school building environments. Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with New Jersey state law (Title 18A) and the iLearn Schools Inc. board policies and procedures.

Experience: Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.