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Job Description:
Position Title: AnticipatedTeacher - Secondary Science
Classification: 102, Certified CEA
Reports To: Building Principal
Effective Date: August 2026
POSITION SUMMARY:
The CREC Academy of Computer Science & Engineering Middle School is in search of a middle school science teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Secondary Science teachers work under the general supervision of their school principal performing the essential performance responsibilities listed below.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Develop and administer curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction, and student learning.
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials for science, aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards, and translate lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modify instructional methods to fit individual student needs; conduct individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Maintain a safe science classroom/laboratory.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
Intrapersonal Competencies:
- Demonstrate a dedication to all learners - especially those historically marginalized.
- Demonstrate commitment to lifelong professional learning and growth.
Interpersonal Competencies:
- Design, strengthen, and participate in positive learning environments (i.e., school and classroom culture) that support individual and collaborative learning.
- Build strong relationships with students, peers, families, and learning community members that contribute to individual and collective success.
Cognitive Competencies:
- Utilize in-depth understanding of content and learning progressions to engage learners and lead individual learners toward mastery.
- Demonstrate awareness of and employ culturally responsive teaching (CRT) to center students diversity as a strength and asset in their learning journey.
Instructional Competencies:
- Personalize learning experiences through assessments, supports, progressions, relationships, and technology.
- Develop student agency, ownership, self-advocacy, and effective communication skills with regard to learning.
Science Teaching Competencies:
- Develop lesson plans and instructional materials for science, aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards, providing opportunities for students to engage in science and engineering practices, build understanding of core disciplinary ideas and crosscutting concepts.
- Teach and model science safety, including safe and appropriate use of various types of equipment. Maintain a safe science laboratory learning environment for all students.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors Degree (BA) from four-year college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Certification Areas: Biology, 7-12 (030); Chemistry, 7-12 (031); Physics, 7-12 (032); Earth Science, 7-12 (033); General Science, 7-12 (034)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?
- Group Health Insurance Plans
- Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability & Short Term Disability options
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution if applicable
- Flexible Spending Account Pre-Tax Savings for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose Post Deductible (if contributing to an HSA)
- Comprehensive benefit time package
- Employee Assistance Program
To access the job description and salary range please click https://www.crec.org/careers/jobs.php
JOB ID#14192 AT CREC: External Job Opportunities | Careers | Hartford, Connecticut