USD Cimarron Hiring for High School Science Teacher at Cimarron, KS Full Time

About us

USD 102 Cimarron is a small business in Cimarron, KS. We are professional, supportive, rewarding and our goal is to USD 102 is a PreK-12 school district located in southwest Kansas and serving approximately 600 students. We offer many opportunities for our students to be involved in sports and activities..

Our work environment includes:

• Safe work environment
• Lively atmosphere

HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER

Purpose Statement

The job of Junior High or High School Teacher was established for the purpose/s of developing students’ academic skills through courses of study and implementing district approved curriculum; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing feedback regarding student progress, expectations, goals, and activities.

Essential Functions

• Administers subject specific assessment and test for the purpose of assessing the level of students’ competencies.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of supporting teacher’s expectations, developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses students’ (e.g. progress, expectations, goals, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Collaborates with a variety of parties (e.g. instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions; achieving established program objectives and/or and planning curriculum.
• Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, health status, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Directs assistant teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Evaluates students’ performance within subject area for the purpose of determining student progress and/or developing remediation plans.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.
• Maintains the classroom (e.g. cleaning, organizing, removing hazards, etc.) for the purpose of providing an environment conductive to learning.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and an optimal learning environment.
• Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, sporting events, dances, etc.) for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, campus, field trips, sporting events, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings, trainings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepares teaching materials and a variety of manual and electronic documents, files and records (e.g. lesson plans, substitute plans, grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress.
• s incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, administrative and/or school policies.
• Researches a variety of topics and/or teaching styles for the purpose of obtaining knowledge and/or information to utilize in the classroom setting.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to inquires from a variety of sources (e.g. students, other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Supports other teachers for the purpose of providing assistance, guidance, and/or aid to colleagues.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment, including a computer; using pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities; concepts of grammar and punctuation; health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; and stages of child development.

ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: time management; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; and tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job’s functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 35% sitting, 30% walking, and 35% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,061.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cimarron, KS 67835: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person