High School Biology Teacher 25-26 SY
High School Biology Teacher 25-26 SY
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USD 60000 - 81500
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Job Description
Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day to day work is embodied with a set of core values: Students First Be Adaptable Perseverance Take Responsibility and Commitment to Distinction. We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission.
POSITION
Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is a mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day-to-day work is embodied by a set of core values: Students First Teamwork Adaptability Responsibility Perseverance and Commitment to Distinction. We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Classroom Management:
- Effectively manage student behavior and create a positive learning environment in accordance with school policies and procedures.
- Implement behavior management strategies and de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Establish clear and consistent classroom procedures and routines to promote positive student behaviors.
- Resolve student conflicts effectively and promote positive resolution of disagreements.
Instructional Delivery:
- Develop and implement engaging and effective lesson plans aligned with state standards and the network-adopted subject-specific curriculum.
- Adapt instruction as needed to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
- Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to engage students and promote critical thinking.
- Grade assignments and student work based on rubrics and exemplars in accordance with school policies.
Assessment and Feedback:
- Assess student progress regularly and provide individualized support and interventions as needed.
- Develop and administer formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and provide timely constructive feedback.
- Provide individual and small group support to students as needed.
- Identify and address student academic and social-emotional needs.
Communication:
- Maintain open and professional communication with students parents and school staff.
- Provide timely and informative feedback to students on their work.
- Conduct regular parent-teacher calls and conferences to discuss student progress and address both positive student behavior and potential concerns.
- Utilize effective communication channels such as ParentSquare messages to keep parents and families informed about classroom activities and student progress.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues to share information resources and best practices.
- Communicate professionally with administrators network staff and other stakeholders.
Collaboration:
- Work collaboratively with the schools administrative and support staff to ensure student success.
- Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other teachers to ensure continuity of instruction.
- Participate in school-wide initiatives and committees to contribute to the overall success of the school.
Professional Development:
- Participate in ongoing professional development and staff meetings to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
- Stay current on best practices in education and child development.
Administrative Tasks:
- Complete necessary administrative tasks such as taking attendance collecting and distributing homework and materials enforcing dress code and maintaining classroom organization.
- Oversee student safety and well-being during class time recess and lunch periods.
- Enforce school rules and procedures consistently.
- Be familiar with and follow school emergency procedures including lockdown fire drills and evacuation plans.
Perform other duties as assigned.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Unwavering commitment to the organization its mission and core values.
- Ability to work collaboratively resolve conflicts listen actively and contribute to a positive school climate and environment.
- Maintain the integrity of confidential information related to records students families and colleagues. Use information solely for assigned responsibilities and in the best interest of individuals involved.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
- Strong organization and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines and solve problems effectively.
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Strong work ethic and go-getter attitude.
- Ability to interpret technical terms write clear and concise internal and external communications and communicate information clearly.
- Knowledge of public education and charter school movement preferred.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
- California teaching credential or ability and willingness to obtain a California teaching permit/credential if not already credentialed.
- 1 years of experience working at school sites or experience working with children/youth preferred.
- Strong classroom management skills and ability to build rapport with students.
- Demonstrated mastery of subject matter.
- Ability to follow established routines and procedures.
- Previous experience in charter schools preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
- Bending at the waist kneeling and/or crouching to file materials.
- Ability to access and navigate various facilities within the organization.
- Occasional lifting of objects up to twenty pounds.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $60000 - $81500. Salary is commensurate with experience education and expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered.
This is a full-time exempt 100% in-person position.
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As an equal opportunity employer; we hire without consideration to race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability.
Employment Type
Full-Time
