Job Description:

Summary:

As a secondary Science teacher in the Florence Unified School District, you will have the unique opportunity to nurture students' science growth across a range of levels and topics.. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in empowering our students to explore the wonders of science and prepare for a future filled with endless possibilities. Your commitment to educational equity, inclusivity, and diversity will be key to ensuring all students have access to a high-quality science education.

 Essential Functions

Curriculum Delivery:

Plan and deliver engaging and inclusive science lessons that align with state and district standards for each course, while promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry.

Student Engagement:

Foster a classroom environment that encourages student participation, collaboration, and a love for science.

Assessment and Feedback:

Design and implement various assessment strategies to evaluate student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback.

Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with other teachers, staff, and parents to support the academic and socio-emotional development of students.

Parent Communication:

Maintain open communication with parents and guardians, sharing insights into students' progress and achievements in the course.

Professional Development:

Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed about education trends, teaching strategies, and curriculum enhancements in the content area.

Safety:  Maintain a safe classroom environment and adhere to safety guidelines and best practices.

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment such as a personal computer, copy machine, fax machine, telephone.  Use of Microscopes, beakers, test tubes, Bunsen burners and balances, alongside protective gear such as goggles and lab coats

Travel Requirements

Limited travel to and from meetings may be required.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Science, or a related field; teaching certification is required.  Master’s Degree (MA) preferred.
• Proven experience in teaching high school Science, with a deep understanding of Science concepts, and critical analysis.
• Effective classroom management skills and the ability to create an engaging and intellectually stimulating learning environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card
• Valid Arizona Teaching certificate 

Clearances

• Measles/Mumps/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination
• Valid I-9 form
• AZ Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

 Working Environment:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands; the employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment 

Salary commensurate with education and experience for this position

188 day new teacher contract - per work calendar for this position

186 returning teacher contract - per the work calendar for this position

Benefits

FUSD offers a competitive compensation package, along with opportunities for professional development, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, and support for your position within the district.

 Evaluation 

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the site administration in accordance with Governing Board Policy.

 Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Florence Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its policies, procedures or practices, in compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district’s activities and programs.  The Florence Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s): the District Title IX Coordinator, and/or the District 504 Coordinator, both of which can be located on our web page www.fusdaz.com or in person at 1000 South Main Street, Florence, Arizona.  Or by phone at (520) 866-3500.