Teacher Science Orchard Farm High School
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Job Location:
Saint Charles, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Orchard Farm School District is seeking a certified Science teacher to join our high school team!
Our mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities. Located in St Charles MO with a current enrollment of approximately 2600 students our district is mostly situated between Highway 370 and north to West Alton MO where the two rivers farmland to planned communitiesour district has a unique culture to embraceold traditions with the new traditions.
Offering a great benefits package allows staff to embrace both work and enjoy those greatest life moments. Employees receive health dental vision and life insurance paid for the employee by the district. Paid time off along with tuition reimbursement and many professional developement opportunities are also offered. Retirement Pension plan offered through PSRS to help round out the benefits along with many supplemental plans and a 403/457(b) offering.
SOAR with OFSD and be part of the next generations learning experience. Apply Today!
Teachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to students and maintaining an environment conducive to learning. This includes implementing effective curriculum managing a positive classroom environment utilizing technologyfor instruction and record-keeping and actively collaborating with the school community to supportstudent success.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor degree or higher
- Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate (Biology 9-12)
- Knowledge of state standards federal and state regulations and law
- Knowledge of subject matter content and assessment strategies
- Knowledge of best practices in curriculumand instruction
- Ability to relate to students staff and parents in a positive manner
- Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form
- Ability to follow written and oral communication
- Ability to problem solve
Additional Position Information:
- Biology 9-12 Certification Required
- Additional 9-12 Science Content Certifications (i.e. Chemistry Earth Science etc.) is preferred
- The ideal candidate for this position would hold a Masters Degree in the content or have the ability to teach dual credit courses
- OFHS current student population approximately 750 (our district is rapidly growing)
- New High School opened January 2024 with state of the art Science Labs
- Comprehensive Science offerings include college credit/AP offerings PLTW Biomedical Science Track Agricultural Science courses and more
An individual who holds this position is required to:
- Provide instruction to students
- Create and implement a classroom disciplinary plan
- Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction
- Participate in building grade level and subject area committees
- Participate in professional development activities
- Maintain accurate student records including attendance grades and discipline
- Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns
- Participate as a member of an IEP team 504 team or other student assistance teams as requested
- Implement special educational plans such as 504 plans individual educational programs and individual health plans
- Report suspected abuse neglect discrimination and harassments as directed by Board policy
- Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher
- Subject area teachers may have additional duties and responsibilities
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
An individual who holds this positionis required to:
- Move around a classroom frequently. Allocation of movement are generally 10% sitting 45% walking and 45% standing.
- Perform some lifting carrying reaching pushing and pulling.
- Speak and hear in a noise environment with numerous conversations and activities.
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
- Current Resume
- Transcripts (unoofficial copy for the application process)
- Certificate(s)
- 3 Letters of Recommendation (preferred)
SALARY SCHEDULESalary is based from years of experience teaching and degree per OFSD policy and procedure. 2026-2027 salary schedule will be updated upon Board of Education approval.
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Math
- Special Education
- Calculus
- Teaching
- Geometry
- Cordova
About Company
Orchard Farm School District is located in St. Charles County, Missouri with a current enrollment of approximately 2,500 students and growing. There are three schools on the main campus: Orchard Farm Elementary, Orchard Farm Middle School, and Orchard Farm High School (NEW High School ... View more
