SCIENCE TEACHER

Science Teacher-10 month

Full-time

Comprehensive benefits package at no additional cost to the employees

SCHOOL DESCRIPTION

West Philadelphia Achievement Charter Elementary School is an inner city Arts and Technology K-5 Elementary School. We are a family oriented environment with family and community involvement being an integral part of our mission to enrich the lives of our students.

JOB SUMMARY

WPACES is seeking a high energy, innovative Science Teacher to join our professional community and help meet the developmental and social needs of our students.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create standards-aligned lesson plans from science curriculum for inclusive K-5 classes.
• Teach using lectures, technology, hands-on learning experiences/experiments and project-based learning.
• Provide whole group instruction in an inclusive learning environment.
• Provide small group instruction as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administration on students' needs and progress.
• Consult with administration and provide guidance to teachers on science instruction.
• Attend professional development sessions, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to stay abreast of best practices and improve professional competence.
• Inventory, organize, maintain, distribute and order science materials as needed.
• Identify the educational needs of students and adapt instructional goals accordingly.
• Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement to maintain an orderly, well-structured classroom culture.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need.
• Collaborate with staff members to develop interesting, innovative learning experiences.
• Manage and host the annual science fair.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 2 + years teaching experience as an Elementary Science Teacher
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from an accredited college or university
• Must be able to obtain or currently have all background clearances (Federal, PA State, & Child Abuse).
• Valid PA teaching certificate
• Strong communication skills
• In the event that the need arises, you will need to be able to: lift, pull or push up to 15 lbs, walk a standard flight of stairs, or stand or sit for up to 45 minutes.