ROAR Academy (LLC) Alternative Setting-Science Teacher (9-12) 2026-2027

University City School District

Job Location:

University City, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary:

Develop students skills and competence in one or more fields of science; develops students skills and abilities in scientific methods and problem-solving as well as an understanding of the application of science in the solution of practical problems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Develop and administer Science curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that promote critical and creative thinking and analysis.
Translate lesson plans into learning experiences.
Develop pertinent sequential assignments that challenge students.
Design learning activities to demonstrate the application of science to everyday existence including scientific research projects demonstrations experiments and laboratory activities.
Instruct students in the proper use and care of scientific equipment chemicals and plant and animal life.
Work with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications contests etc.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students needs including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Maintain familiarity with district and Missouri standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
Continuously engage in professional learning for the elevation of curriculum delivery.
Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping grading and reporting for all student activities achievement and attendance as required by district procedures.
Welcome and encourage parental involvement and ensure effective communication with stakeholders.
Effectively engage students at high levels to encourage a focus on academics.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation description of the types of duties and responsibilities required for this position. Employees may be asked to perform other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

Familiarity with the 5E Inquiry Model of Instruction and supporting student writing with the claim evidence and reasoning structure
Ability to facilitate labs and organize lab materials and supplies
Ability to collaborate with other educators
Knowledge of Missouri Science Learning Standards
Knowledge of HMH Science Dimensions curricular resource preferred

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications noted below are required to enable the employee to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of this position.

Missouri State General Science or Unified Science Certification for grades 9-12
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment Masters degree preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sufficient vision to read printed material see distant objects with clarity and identify and distinguish objects
Sufficient hearing to hear conversations in person and on the telephone and hear sounds clearly up to 30 feet
Ability to speak in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in normal conversation and on the telephone and in addressing groups
Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects
This position requires standing walking sitting bending and reaching for extended periods of time
Sufficient manual dexterity and/or mobility to grasp and/or manipulate objects operate mechanical equipment and move about the work area
This position will subject the employee to work environments that have exposure to weather or interiors with extremes of heat and/or cold wet and/or humid conditions high noise levels and various work related hazards

EEO Statement:

The School District of University City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin age disability or sex including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity and other characteristics protected by law.

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Position Summary:Develop students skills and competence in one or more fields of science; develops students skills and abilities in scientific methods and problem-solving as well as an understanding of the application of science in the solution of practical problems.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSDevelop an...