Alexandria City Public Schools

Job Description:The High School - Biology Teacher facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students' providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. This is a Licensed High School 10-month, 195 day Teacher position, reporting to the School Principal. Qualifications: Education:A Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited College or University in a Related Field Required, Master's Degree Preferred. Certificates & Licenses: Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional, Collegiate, or PostGraduate License, with a position Adjacent Secondary Science Subject based endorsement such as Biology, or eligibility to obtain the Teaching License with the appropriate endorsement upon hiring. Please note the endorsement of Science - Middle School 6-8 is not an appropriate endorsement for this position type/level. Essential Functions: Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans. Administers developmental testing programs, subject-specific assessments, etc. to assess student competency levels and/or develop individual learning plans. Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations; student's achievements; develops methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment. Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration. Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan. Counsels students on performance improvement, health status, problem-solving techniques, and a variety of personal issues. Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject-specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements. Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students. Instructs students to improve their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study. Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, nap times, etc.) to ensure a safe and positive learning environment. Participates in a variety of meetings to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions. Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements. Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to the Education Code and school policies. Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Compensation: Step Placement and Salary for this position is determined by Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance. Tuberculosis Skin Test. Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols. WP