High School Biology Teacher

About the Employer

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Biology Grades 9-12 preferred.
• Prior teaching or substitute teaching experience preferred.
• Experience teaching biology, chemistry, and physics preferred.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.

Job Description

Minuteman High School is seeking a qualified biology teacher to join our staff. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Major Responsibilities

• Implement biology lessons and project-based learning activities from curriculum specifically designed to coincide with the Massachusetts State Frameworks and Common Core State Standards.
• Manage classroom affairs, adjust to various audiences and learning preferences, and promote a growth mindset.
• Apply relevant technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• Attend staff, team, and IEP meetings and contribute to committees as required.
• Function as a team member and work collaboratively with Minuteman educators and staff in order to integrate challenging technical concepts into a dynamic curriculum.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of curriculum and lessons that integrate biology concepts with Career and Technical (CTE) disciplines.
• Assist the administration in implementing district goals and policies related to the educational and operational needs of the district.
• Maintain a professional demeanor.
• Perform any other related task or duty at the direction of the building principal or their designee.

Additional Requirements

This position includes but is not limited to: walking around the school, observing students while they work in their program areas, standing for periods, occasionally lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, reading documents, using a computer, listening and speaking, using office equipment, maintaining energy throughout the day, and handling stress effectively.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time, school calendar.
• Effective date of employment: Immediately.
• Reports to: Principal.
• Compensation: Salary range is $68,494.00 - $128,195.00, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, prorated to date of hire.
• Eligible for health, dental, and retirement benefits.