Teacher Chemistry Biology Earth Science or Physics

Job Overview:

The mission of the Academies of Loudoun is to empower students to explore research collaborate innovate and to make meaningful contributions to the world in the fields of science technology engineering and mathematics (STEM).

The Academies of Loudoun is comprised of three academies:

• Academy of Engineering & Technology (AET)
• Academy of Science (AOS)
• Monroe Advanced Technical Academy (MATA)

Teachers at the Academies of Loudoun must be ready to deliver advanced academic content and quality instruction to students who have made a commitment to a challenging STEM program. They should also be willing to continually plan and develop curriculum in a highly collaborative environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates strong interest and ability to collaborate with the instructional team to use a multidisciplinary approach that integrates STEM.
• Demonstrates content expertise and experience required to teach advanced levels of chemistry through the AP level; interest and willingness to help students learn through and design longterm research activities.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to collaborate on a daily basis with other members of the team to plan and implement appropriate instructional and/or learning strategies and activities.
• Evaluates student progress on a regular basis and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
• Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and their parents.
• Manages the behavior of learners in an instructional setting to ensure that the environment is conducive to the learning process and assists and participates in management of student behavior in other parts of the school center school grounds or work site.
• Pursues professional growth through an ongoing program of reading and research attendance at workshops seminars and conferences and/or completing advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and utilizes a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning and meet the needs of individual students and student groups.
• Collaborates with other professionals (guidance counselors librarians etc. to carry out schoolwide instructional or related activities as needed.

State Requirements/Qualifications:

Must have or be eligible for Virginia licensure with Chemistry endorsement. Multiple endorsments are preferred but not required. Research or industry experience is also preferred but not required.

Basic Qualifications:

Passion for STEM education and genuine appreciation for the mission of the Academies of Loudoun; knowledge of content curriculum methods materials and equipment of instructional specialty(ies) to which assigned; knowledge of adolescent growth and development; knowledge of Loudoun County Public Schools (LCPS) curriculum related to assignments and School Division mission goals and organization; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory toinstructional programs; skill in the use of multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning; ability to plan and implement lessons based on Division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students peers administrators and parents; skill in oral and written communications; strong collaborative communication and presentation skills

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Months Days Hours: 10 months 197 days 7 hours

Salary Level: Licensed

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