Middle School Science Teacher

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Position Summary: Identify and apply relevant educational research-based instructional strategies in order to develop engaging and differentiated lessons, assignments and assessments.
Utilize relevant technology and resources for optimal engagement and differentiation.
Provide timely, appropriate, and actionable feedback to students.
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
Maintain and utilize accurate and comprehensive documentation and evidence of students' progress and development.
Support student science events and competitions, as needed.
Support student development of science fair projects.
Communicate regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from divers backgrounds.
Manage student behavior through positive behavior interventions and support.
Support social emotional strategies to facilitate student development in self and social awareness and responsible decision-making.
Participate and engage in professional learning that supports professional growth and collaboration with colleagues.
Participate in lab school initiatives that inform instructional practices, instructional materials and resources.
Engage in research activities to further the school’s mission and to generate advancements in science education and in teaching and learning.
Perform other duties as assigned.
The College of Education at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education.
Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution at the time of application.
Holds a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or Statement of Eligibility in Middle Grades Science 5-9.
Salary: Commensurate with Experience College or Department: College of Education Location: Boca Raton Work Days and Hours: N/A Application Deadline: 2023-12-23 Special Instructions to Applicant: This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding.
All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.
edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.
Required Documents: FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application.
If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.
The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
When completing the online application, please upload the following: (i) a cover letter, (ii) resume, (iii) copy of teaching certification, and (iv) copy of transcripts.
Transcripts: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
Background Screening: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment.
Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
The candidate selected for the position will be required to have fingerprinting done at the FAU Police Department and a background check done by the school.
Accommodations: Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057.
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