HS Science Teacher (Physical Science Honors Physical Science Science 8 Honors Science 8)7-12 certification in science requiredThis position will be responsible for growing the foundation for students science and critical thinking efforts at the secondary level. Applicants should be familiar with Arkansas science frameworks. All teachers at Arkansas Arts Academy are required to integrate art into core curriculum. Teachers who are already familiar with Googles digital tools for learning will have an advantage. Teachers will work with department heads and their interdisciplinary teams to ensure vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment. RequirementsBachelors degree and certification by the state of Arkansas for teaching 7-12 individual students/groups in grades 7-12 focusing on growth in critical thinking and STEM skillsOrganizes classroom to offer a positive and student-centered learning environmentEstablish goals learning objectives and plan lessons in relation to class and individual students goals and interestsProvide individual and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying abilitiesEvaluate students performance and growth in knowledge and ability and prepare progress reports; maintain assessment records for each student and prepares reports as required by schoolManage a classroom that maintains discipline and sets class expectations with realistic rules of conduct Communicate with parents and school counselors on student progress; Instruct students to respect the classroom environment and properly care for all learning toolsMaintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and/or in self-selected professional growth activitiesPreparing students for state and national assessmentsMaintain regular and punctual attendanceFollow operational policies and proceduresHigh standards of professionalism and professional ethics; model integrity honesty and respect that promotes the culture values and mission of Arkansas Arts AcademyAbility to teach different skill levels and a variety learning stylesTeachers must possess a valid drivers license and reliable transportation to the school Pass a background and maltreatment checkStrong interpersonal skillsAbility to learn quickly and adapt to new environmentsAbility to connect with a wide range of students of different ages and backgroundsKnow how to make the learning process enjoyable and funResponsive to work-related emails and phone callsMaintain a collaborative work environment with a team of colleaguesAttend departmental meetings and professional development opportunitiesA positive fun and enthusiastic personality with a passion for teaching!Other duties as assigned. Applicants are also invited to visit the AAA website () to learn more about the school and its Arts Academy does not discriminate in any of its programs procedures or practices on the basis of age color disability marital status national or ethnic origin political affiliation race religion gender sexual orientation military service or other protected status.
High School Science
