2026-27 HS Science Teacher

JOB TITLE: Secondary Science Teacher

LOCATION: Knappa High School

REPORTS TO: Principal
SUPERVISES: IAs / EAs
FLSA STATUS: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular

Provides instructional activities and lessons to a wide variety of high school students. Activities and lessons reflect state standards district curricula lesson objectives and student academic achievement goals. Administers classroom and district/state assessments. Maintains a safe and productive classroom environment.

1. Designs and implements developmentally appropriate instructional activities and lessons which reflect state standards district curricula lesson objectives and student academic achievement goals. Monitors the effectiveness of instructional activities and lessons and modifies the pace and
content of instruction as needed.
2. Presents lessons and activities individually and in groups using a variety of visual and auditory methods and kinetic activities. Uses electronic devices and media as appropriate based upon
student needs abilities and maturity levels.
3. Prepares administers and grades various formal and informal student assessment tools assignments and activities. Analyzes results and adjusts learning activities and lesson plans as necessary. Collects records and maintains required data including attendance and student grades.
Prepares report cards and progress reports.
4. Regularly uses oral written and electronic communications to students and parents regarding student behavior and student progress towards classroom and district education objectives/goals.
Schedules parent conferences as needed or requested.
5. Establishes and maintains classroom rules and standards of student behavior for a safe and productive learning environment. Works with the principal school staff and parents regarding
individual student behavior and discipline issues.
6. Trains assigns activities to and monitors education paraprofessionals (IAs EAs) regarding classroom academic and behavior goals daily classroom activities and specific recordkeeping
requirements. Adjusts delegated tasks as necessary.
7. Observes evaluates and refers students who need additional services and support.
8. Adapts instructional activities and lessons for exceptional learners (TAG) students with varying cultural and social backgrounds and students with 504 plans behavior plans and Individualized
Education Plans (IEPs).
9. Has consistent daily and punctual attendance.

1. Operates various office equipment including telephones and photocopy machines.
2. Moves classroom furniture and organizes classroom to enhance student learning.
3. Provides staff development activities at staff in-services.
4. Substitutes for other teachers as necessary.
5. Supervises students on field trips and at various school functions.
6. Reports issues to the principal and other appropriate authorities including safety sanitary and fire
hazards vandalism thefts and errant wildlife.

1. Consistently follow all applicable federal and state laws and all district policies work rules and
supervisor directions.
2. Observe ergonomics of sedentary office work including placement of computers and monitors and
sitting alignment.
3. Observe proper lifting techniques and other strategies to avoid accidents and personal injury while
performing job duties.
4. Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelors degree or Masters degree
Valid Oregon Teacher license with necessary endorsements
Valid first aid card
Demonstrated knowledge of best instructional and assessment practices necessary to assist students in reaching the content and performance standards in all core content areas as established by state laws and rules and district policies.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective behavior management methods and ability to apply them effectively in the classroom and other settings.
Demonstrated skill in effective and appropriate verbal and written communications for a wide variety of recipients in a wide variety of settings.
Demonstrated ability to effectively present information to respond effectively to questions in one-on-one and small group settings to students staff and parents.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of child and adolescent growth and development and age-appropriate instruction.
Demonstrated skills and experience reviewing student 504 plans behavior plans and IEPs.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of people with diverse backgrounds and competing objectives in various settings.
Demonstrated skill and ability to perform detailed data collection and recording tasks with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to quickly and effectively solve problems individually and in a group or team setting.
Demonstrated ability to follow directions and follow through on plans and maintain effective working relationships with teachers educational assistants other school district personnel and other district partners.
Demonstrated ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Demonstrated ability to carry out instructions furnished in written oral schedule or diagram form.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills regarding computer literacy including email and internet access/research and Excel MS Word PowerPoint and Google accounts.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk stand sit use hands and fingers for fine manipulation handle or feel and reach with hands and arms and move around inside and outside of buildings. The employee is occasionally required to push pull bend stoop kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee may occasionally climb stairs or ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The work environment is a standard classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually to moderate but occasionally high depending upon the location the student population and current activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions including seasonal heat and cold. The employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
Qualified applicants may request an application by contacting Jennifer Morgan at Knappa School District at 458-6166 ext. 302 Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or apply at are being accepted until position is filled.

It is the policy of Knappa School District to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability marital status citizenship genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Experience:

IC