Position Title:High School Biology TeacherWork Location:Maritime Academy High School Charter SchoolReports To: High School Principal Position SummaryThe Maritime Academy Charter High School Biology Teacher will develop engaging curricula, including lab experiments and other scientific investigations; present lessons and evaluate student performance; cultivate critical thinking skills in students to ensure they understand how the world around them works and how to become leaders and agents of positive change. The High School Biology Teacher serves in a 10 month position.Essential FunctionsThe duties of a High School Biology Teacher that are specific to the MACHS school mission, include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plan and implement lab- based molecular and cellular biology, evolution and science education methods based on state standards and guidelines
Create engaging lessons that develop student critical thinking and problem solving skills
Continually assess student progress toward mastery of standards and keep students and parents well informed of student progress
Provide accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students
Attend grade level and staff meetings and work with team to address and resolve student issuesThe additional duties of a High School Biology Teacher include, but are not limited to the following:
Fosters a safe?and nurturing learning environment
Continuously?builds professional knowledge
Organizes?classroom systems/procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all?students are fully engaged in learning
Establishes an?environment where students are excited about learning and preparing for?college
Identifies?student's areas for improvement and is able to work with the student and?family and internal resources to suggest options for improvement
Demonstrates?support and knowledge of school's goals and missionRequired Skills, Experience and Certification Demonstrated knowledge of:Implementing high expectationsInspiring and motivating studentsThe collaboration necessary with Special Education Staff to ensure the needs of all students are met Demonstrated ability to:Keep students on task and engagedEmploy various teaching methods to meet students’ individual needsCommunicate openly and honestlyEducation and Certification:Bachelor’s degree or higher and mastery of core subjectPossess and maintain a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Professional Certification in Biology for grades 7-12.
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