Job Title:       Science Teacher

 

Reports to:    Principal

 

Primary Role and Purpose:

 

The teacher is responsible for working with administration and colleagues to foster a culture with high expectations for learning and behavior and is founded on the core values of the school. The teacher is responsible for the assessment, planning, and delivery of instruction to an assigned group of students.  The teacher is also responsible for creating ownership and collaboration among students, parents, and community to ensure the academic and emotional success of all students. The teacher serves as a model of professional behavior and integrity demonstrating respect for students, families and colleagues.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

 

  1. Learning Environment

 

  1. Instructional Planning

 

  1. Instructional Delivery

 

  1. Assessment

 

  1. Content Knowledge

 

  1. Human Development and Learning

 

  1. Diversity

 

  1. Communication

 

  1. Collaborative Relationships

 

  1. Professional Growth

 

  1. Professional Conduct and Leadership

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

Desirable Qualifications:

 

Responsibilities:

 

 

 

  1. Teacher shall work between 7:30am and 4:00pm.
  2. Teacher shall coach a group of students for annual School Project Fair. Projects could be any of the following subjects: Science, math, English, art, social studies, and technology. The number of students per teacher will be determined according to teacher student ratio. (Example: 300 students, 20 teachers would be 15 students per teacher).
  3. Teacher shall attend events (competitions) that are related to his/her subject area.
  4. Teacher shall supervise or organize field trips when assigned.
  5. Teacher shall attend staff meetings, professional development meetings, grade chair and department head meetings. These may take place during the school day or after school.
  6. Teacher shall write, align curriculum, and implement or enact curriculum provided by Quest Charter Academy.
  7. Teacher shall submit weekly lesson plans and grades for report cards on time.
  8. Teacher shall mentor assigned teachers.
  9. All new teachers will be a part of the new teacher mentoring program and will engage in specified summer and monthly professional development as part of the program. All new teachers are expected to collaborate with their mentor teacher.
  10. Teacher shall visit all advisory families during the first semester and complete standard forms provided by Quest Charter Academy after each visit.
  11. Teacher shall be available to offer after school tutoring and activities such as clubs or special interest groups.
  12. Teacher shall serve as an Advisor to a group of students. Such group of students shall meet at least once a week for motivational meetings and activities with the Advisor.
  13. Teacher shall attend Department Meetings and retreats organized by Quest Charter Academy. These meetings are full day meetings on Saturdays and might be out of town. All the expenses will be paid by the School.
  14. Teacher shall attend parent/teacher conferences and be available after school or on Saturdays.
  15. Teacher shall attend open house for prospective parents, if assigned.
  16. Teacher shall be available to chaperone and/or organize school activities, such as school dances or fundraising events.
  17. Teacher shall supervise lunch, hallways, and other common areas when assigned.
  18. Teacher shall use the Quest Charter Academy online grade book and update it in daily basis. Grades must be kept current.
  19. Teacher shall maintain constant communication with parents through phone calls, correspondences, and meetings.
  20. Teacher shall attend any conferences related to his/her subject area as requested. This conference may be 2 days long including a Saturday. If the conference is out of town, all expenses will be paid by school.
  21. Teacher shall perform all other duties assigned by administrator(s).