Science Teacher

SCIENCE TEACHER
JOB DESCRIPTION
•  The Science Teacher, under the general supervision of the Principal, will instruct a variety of 
science classes in grades ranging from 9-12
•  Demonstrate extensive knowledge and practical application of behavioral principles and 
instructional practices, methods and strategies, including classroom management based on positive 
reinforcement; and maintain personal qualities of leadership, integrity, fairness, optimism, 
self-confidence, persistence and vitality
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•  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
•  Develops and maintains lesson plans according to the California state standards
•  Prepares lesson plans for substitutes
•  Builds strong relationships with students and parents
•  Communicates with parents/guardians
•  Identifies student's areas for improvement and is able to work with the student and family and 
internal resources to suggest options for improvement
•  Provides continual assessment of student progress, maintain student records and portfolios, and 
complete assigned paperwork in provided timeframes
•  Conducts both student and teacher lead parent conferences
•  Collaborates with the Special Ed Department Resource Specialist to meet the needs of all 
students
•  Attends and participates in all school staff meetings, Parent/Teacher meetings, and other 
school-based meetings and activities
•  Performs assigned duties
•  Attends and implements professional development training throughout and beyond the school 
year
•  Demonstrates support and knowledge of school's goals and mission
•  Is detail oriented when tracking students' grades, attendance, and other student data
•  Works with the Principal and Assistant Principal to ensure teaching methods are directed towards 
meeting and surpassing the standards
•  Perform related duties as assigned
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR CREDENTIALS:
•  Possession of a valid California Teaching Credential, Single Subjects in Science or be eligible 
to apply for the credential
•  Fingerprint clearance
•  TB Clearance
QUALIFICATIONS:
•  The candidate should have effective leadership and team-building skills with a strong background 
in science and teaching
•  Demonstrated commitment to the population we serve
•  Strong teaching capabilities in the area of Science
•  Strong classroom instructor: clarity, able to engage students, set expectations for behavior. 
Must be willing to work with multiple skill levels in one class
•  Ability to develop curriculum that connects to Modoc Joint Unified School District’s curricular 
goals and meets
California State framework

•  Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work effectively with peers, students, 
parents and community
•  Energetic, enthusiastic and creative
•  Flexibility with weekend and evening events is required
•  Additional skills are collaboration, advising, flexibility, and judgment
EVALUATOR:
•  Site administration
BARGAINING UNIT:
•  Modoc Teachers Association
SALARY RANGE:
•  Placement on the MJUSD Certificated Salary Schedule plus $2,000 stipend for Masters Degree. 
Salary range
placement based on education and experience