JOB POSTING: Full-Time Science Teacher

JOB SUMMARY:

Position duties consist of teaching Science class and lab to 5th through 8th grades. The instructor will oversee the progress of all students, provide for their individual needs and coordinate activities to create a stimulating and caring classroom environment. The successful candidate will be an educator who is highly skilled and experienced in a broad range of Mathematical instruction.

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching Science to grades 5 through 8 one class every day.
• Performing Science lab one time a week for grade 6, two times per week for grade 7 and three times per week for grade 8.
• Oversee the progress of all students in your groups, provide for their individual needs and coordinate activities to create a stimulating and caring classroom environment.
• Planning, preparing and delivering lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Instruct, monitor and evaluate students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, following the school student handbook.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary protocols of the school.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Effectively prepare and adapt the classroom for varied classroom activities.
• Assign and evaluate classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.
• Maintain rapport and communication with parents, administration, and staff members.

• BA or BS in Science, Education, or related field
• PA Level 1 Teaching Certification (preferred)
• 1-year teaching experience preferred

Interested and qualified candidates please send resume, cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and updated clearances (FBI fingerprint, Child Abuse, and Criminal Background) to Sister Emma Moussayan at office@asaphila.org.

Interviews of qualified candidates will begin shortly.