Science Teacher- Middle (2026-2027 School Year)

Job Title\: Science-Middle

Position Function\: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Performance Responsibilities\:

• Develops and administers middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives

• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction

• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed

• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Wichita Public Schools

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research

• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents

• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom

• Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees

• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records

• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation

• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs

Additional Duties\: Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Equipment\: This position may require the ability to use SMART boards and iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259's guidelines for equipment use.

Travel\: Limited travel between schools and central offices may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands\:

• Works in standard office and school building environments

• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities

• Additional demands upon request of Principal, Superintendent

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities\:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles

• Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students

• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed

• Ability to organize and coordinate work

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work