Teaching high school biology is the core of this role, which involves planning and delivering effective classroom learning experiences. The teacher creates an environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students, ensuring success for every individual.
Responsibilities
Utilize assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) aligned with the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) curriculum and standards to assist in the continuous development of the learner
Ensure effective communication techniques with students, parents, and all other stakeholders are being used
Engage in planned continuous professional quality improvement for self, school, and the school district
Use appropriate techniques and strategies which promote and enhance critical and creative thinking capabilities of students
Implement appropriate classroom instructional strategies and materials that reflect each student's culture, learning styles, special needs, and socio-economic background
Use an understanding of learning and development and establish a classroom management system that maintains appropriate regulation; create a positive learning environment in which students are actively engaged in learning, social interaction, cooperative learning, and self-motivation; support the intellectual, personal, and social development of all students
Plan, align, implement, and evaluate effective instruction and assessment in a variety of learning environments
Collaborate with peers, parents, community, and other stakeholders in the continuous improvement of classroom educational experiences of students
Integrate appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes
Ensure adherence to good safety procedures
Perform other related duties, as assigned
Requirements
Extensive knowledge of curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum, policies, and effective classroom instructional practices
Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps
Effective time management and organizational skills
Strategic problem-solving skills, including the use of multiple data points
Ability to prepare course objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of the state and the school
Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum
Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity
Ability to motivate and inspire students
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Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment
Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom and in other school environments
Ability to maintain files and records
Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school-based staff, students, parents and the community
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to communicate well with school personnel, employees, and central office staff
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, vendors, and the community
Bachelor’s degree in Education with appropriate subject area
Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in a teaching content area
Nice to have:
Master’s degree in a specific subject area
Important Details
Schedule: Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for sedentary work
About the Company
The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.
