Middle School ScienceSS position

Barrington Public SchoolsBarrington RIJob DescriptionsTITLE: Middle School Science/SS TeacherQUALIFICATIONS: 1RI Teaching Certification2Undergraduate Degree Education Masters Degree in Middle School Science preferred3Maintain Professional Development Credits as Required by Contract and Certification REPORTS TO: Principal JOB GOAL: According to the Next Generation Science Standards Scienceand therefore science educationis central to the lives of all Americans. Thus the goal of the science teacher is to provide a high-quality science education that encourages students to develop an in-depth understanding of content and develop key skillscommunication collaboration inquiry problem-solving and flexibilitythat will serve them throughout their educational and professional RESPONSIBILITIES:Teaches content and skills in science following the Next Generation Science Standards Rhode Island content standards and Deep Learning CompetenciesSelects and requisitions books and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of students; maintains required inventory standards for critical analysis through group discussions based on a variety of mass media and science topicsEncourages students to think independentlyEvaluates each students progress in the Disciplinary Core Ideas Science Practice Standards Engineering Practices Cross-Cutting Concepts and Performance ExpectationsPromotes the attainment of the Districts Mission Vision and Strategic strong and deep knowledge of the philosophical foundations and content of the curriculumApplies current research-based best instructional practices and strategies to deliver the curriculum and understands how knowledge is constructed within the disciplinePlans and prepares lessons to optimize learningPromotes deep understanding of content by addressing unique learning styles adapting instruction to meet the needs of all students engaging students in rigorous learning experiences using effective questioning techniques and relating instruction to the students life and to prior and future learningContribute to and implement plans including but not limited to IEPs 504s and individual health plans for students with unique needsReinforces strong student effort and excellent student work productsFacilitates student learning through the use of various collaborative grouping structures that are appropriate to the instructional task as well as regular and on-going student reflections student self-data tracking and Plan Do Study Act cycles of inquiryRequires students to regularly engage in high-level activities including but not limited to application and analysis of informationAdministers and interprets various types of assessmentsMaintains accurate student records as a result of the monitoring of regular formative and summative assessment of curriculum attainment; adjusts instruction for individuals and groups of studentsMakes appropriate referrals and is prepared with credible and accurate student voice in establishing and enforcing effective and positive classroom rules and procedures designed to ensure safety and enhance learningOrganizes all facets of the instructional delivery system so that all equipment and instructional tools are ready for use and ensures smooth transitions maximizes time on task and guarantees the efficient distribution of resourcesIntegrates technology to more effectively deliver the curriculum and specially designed instructionActively engages in professional learning community activities and common planning timeMeets all district school state and federal timelines for reporting communicating and enacting student plans and goalsCommunicates high and clear expectationsAssists students in monitoring their own progressContributes to collaborative planning activitiesConsults and collaborates regularly and professionally with colleagues students and parents; communicates immediately with all when there are concernsTakes responsibility for personal professional growthParticipates in school events and in-school and/or department improvement effortsPerforms administrative duties including but not limited to budgeting ordering of supplies etc. as appropriatePresents in a professional and collaborative manner and exhibits excellent attendance and work ethicSupervises Students Teacher Assistants and VolunteersOther duties as assigned by supervisorSkills RequiredAbility to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals test data technical procedures or governmental regulationsAbility to write reports business correspondence and procedure manualsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups staff parents and the general publicAbility to calculate figures and amounts Ability to utilize current technology for instruction communication data analysis and access to researchAbility to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variablesAbility to apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific fieldAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff and the communityAbility to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policiesPhysical DemandsThe 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 functionsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk sit lift and talk or hear. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision and distance vision including the use of projectors laptops science equipment general office equipment text position requires the employee to be responsible for the safety of students Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential noise level in this environment may be loud depending upon the activity in a particular part of the day and information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be teachers participate in other duties and activities as assigned by the OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent. EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the School Committee policy on the evaluation of teaching staff. To support the Barringtons commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion respect and equity in education the successful candidate will be expected to include people of all races ethnicities creeds socioeconomic classes gender identities sexual orientations and disability statuses in work activities. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity and diversity.