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Job Description / Essential Elements: TITLE - Teacher, Integrated Physical/Life Science MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Credential California credential authorizing instruction of Physical Science and Life Science Education Sufficient to meet credential requirements Experience None required

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of and ability to implement the subject matter, philosophical, social, and educational concepts relative to the duties and responsibilities listed on this job description DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES As a Director of Learning Teaches skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes through courses in classes in life or physical science problems to pupils, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. May conduct developmental and other appropriate learning activities. May conduct developmental or other pilot science programs officially approved by the District or other pilot science programs officially approved by the District Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of course of study common to all teachers as specified by state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district Plans a balanced science instructional program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organizes laboratory activities and procedures for optimum learning Demonstrates scientific concepts by use of scientific apparatus, experiments, and standard or teacher-prepared charts, sketches, and other instructional aids Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects and experiments are being worked on simultaneously Instructs pupils in proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life Provides for safe storage and proper use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse. Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to equipment as required Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to promote a productive learning environment during regular class sessions, laboratory sessions, and field trips Develops, with assistance of pupils, interest centers, models, and displays including books and similar materials to motivate learning of science Evaluates each pupil's growth in knowledge, skills, and scientific attitudes in course being taught and prepares progress reports Selects books, instructional aids, science equipment, chemicals, glassware, and supplies, and maintains inventory records as required Assists pupils in selection and development of individual research projects Relationships Cooperates with school administration in providing science displays and programs for the school and community, and in sponsoring science fairs, clubs, and contests Communicates with parents and school counselors on the individual pupil's progress Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day Identifies pupil needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment and/or on a District level. May teach under modular or flexible scheduling plans Professional Attitude, Responsibilities and Participation Performs basic attendance accounting and business services as required Shares in sponsorship of student activities and participates in faculty committees May plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants, or other professionals Maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the District and/or in self-selected professional growth activities

ACCOUNTABILITY Person to whom responsible Building Principal Evaluator Building Principal and/or Assistant Principal Persons responsible to the Teacher, Integrated Physical/Life Science Those designated by Building Principal

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*THE DISTRICT NOW ACCEPTS UP TO 10 YEARS OF PRIOR SERVICE.

Number of work days: 184 - Hours Per Day: 7.5

For credential questions, email Certificated Technician Amber Christman at amber.christman@smusd.org.