Science Teacher, Elementary

About the Employer

Job Title: Teacher (Science Lab) - Cherryvale Elementary -
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Position: Elementary Science Lab Teacher
Location: Cherryvale Elementary
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree or above.
* Must have a valid South Carolina teacher's certificate in elementary education or appropriate science certification.
* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities:
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* Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
* Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students and aligns with the South Carolina College- and Career-Ready Science Standards.
* Establishes clear objectives for all laboratory and classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students.
* Develops and implements engaging, inquiry-based science lessons and laboratory experiences that promote scientific thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on learning.
* Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, technology, and instructional materials appropriate for elementary science instruction.
* Differentiates instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
* Maintains a safe, organized, and effective science laboratory environment and ensures proper care, storage, and use of laboratory materials and equipment.
* Teaches and reinforces appropriate laboratory safety procedures and ensures students follow established safety expectations.
* Collaborates with classroom teachers to support and enhance science instruction and promote cross-curricular connections.
* Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
* Strives to implement through instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
* Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
* Participates in faculty meetings, professional learning, and other school and district activities as assigned.
* Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Terms:
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* 190 days. Salary and work year to be established by the board.

Evaluation:
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* Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Sumter School District is an equal opportunity employer.