Elementary/Middle School Science Teacher

Qualifications:

• Possession of a NYS permanent/ professional/initial certification
• Experience teaching science to Elementary/Middle curriculum through experimentation and inquiry-based learning
• Knowledge of science curriculum aligned to the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards
• Familiarity with a variety of educational software and experience in using educational technology to enhance instruction
• Ability to create a warm and orderly classroom environment
• Excellent organizational and management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues

Responsibilities

• Provide STEAM oriented instruction through inquiry-based and project based learning methods
• Willingness to attend professional development related to STEAM programs and methodologies
• Implement science instruction aligned with NYS Next Generation Learning Standards
• Use technology to promote learning creativity and collaboration
• Employ a variety of student assessments to guide student learning
• Order science material and equipment and maintain inventory
• Plan science educational program to meet students' needs, interests and abilities
• Establish amd maintain standards of behavior to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment