Science Teacher - Queens, United States - Lexington School for the Deaf

Mark Lane

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Description

Position:
SCIENCE TEACHER


Department:
High School


Supervisor(s):High School Principal


FLSA Status:
Exempt


Position Type:
Full-time, 10-month, Benefits Eligible

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PRIMARY DUTIES:


  • Develop and implement a solid motivating curriculum for high school students.
  • Modify lesson plans and materials to make them suitable for students' current learning levels.
  • Integrated technology (Schoology and Google)
  • Develop teaching and learning materials for use in class, including lesson plans, exams and homework, homework and projects, and assignments that use all student skills.
  • Maintain relationships with families and legal guardians of students to keep them informed of their child's progress.
  • Work with students individually to help them overcome specific learning challenges.
  • Supervise students outside of the classroom—for example, during recess, field trips, or schoolrelated events.
  • Monitor and track student progress and issue grades.
  • Knowledge of IEPs and Career Transition Plan
  • Work collaboratively with other teachers and administrators, including related service providers, to provide individualized support for each student regularly.
  • Support the school's Strategic Planning initiatives with an emphasis on strengthening the culture. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission.
  • Collaborate with other teachers to share best practices and provide meaningful feedback regularly.
  • Create and enforce positive learning, respect, and rapport culture.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned and appropriate.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:


  • Excellent classroom management skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administrators
  • Demonstrated knowledge of content area
  • Ability to establish rapport and build professional relationships with students
  • Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


  • Master's degree in Deaf Education or related field
  • New York State Teaching Certification
  • Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)

SECURITY CLEARANCE:


  • Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:


  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Prolonged periods of walking in and around the building
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

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