High School Science Teacher - Chemistry (SY 2025-2026)
1 day ago
New York
Job DescriptionHigh School Science Teacher – Chemistry School Location: Bronx, NY 10453 Compensation rate: $55 per hour (Full-Time) Start Date: ASAP Join Focused Staffing Group and be a catalyst for positive change! At Focused Staffing, we don’t just fill positions—we transform lives, one rockstar talent at a time. Whether you’re eager to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health or dedicated to empowering students in K-12 education, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with the communities that need them most. As a leader in specialized staffing, we provide exceptional opportunities and support for every member of our team, creating lasting impact for those we serve and those who serve with us. Discover how your unique strengths can help build brighter futures across schools and behavioral health organizations nationwide. Want to love what you do? Let's make it happen! Check out our candidates' success stories! About the school We are a mission-driven charter high school in the Bronx dedicated to preparing students for college, careers, and beyond. With a strong focus on academic excellence, social justice, and student empowerment, we create opportunities for young people to thrive in both the classroom and their communities. Our partnerships with colleges, law schools, and community organizations give students unique mentoring experiences and pathways to higher education and professional success. Our core values—Excellence, Character, Courage, and Commitment— guide everything we do. The Opportunity We are seeking a passionate and skilled High School Science Teacher (Chemistry) to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring energy, innovation, and a commitment to equity in education. You will play a key role in inspiring students to love science, achieve Regents success, and gain the skills they need to succeed in college and beyond. What You’ll Do Content Knowledge and Planning. • Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught., • Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student., • Integrate available technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities., • Develop lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential using an Understanding of Design principles., • Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences., • Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaborating, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students., • Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning., • Monitor the student’s understanding of the lesson and adjust teaching when appropriate., • Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully., • Explain the content and demonstrate skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students., • Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed., • Effectively use both teacher-made and standardized tests, as appropriate, to measure student performance., • Use oral, non-verbal, and written forms of student assessment., • Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions., • Continuously monitor students' progress before, during, and after instruction, and provide meaningful feedback., • Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication., • Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students., • Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect, and active listening., • Model concern for students' emotional and physical well-being., • Seek and maintain positive interactions with students in all school settings., • Enforce the School's student behavior policy., • Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents., • Actively monitor student behavior and constructively provide feedback to students and parents., • Create a physical setting and establish routines that promote learning and minimize disruption., • Structure transitions efficiently and constructively., • Maintain a professional appearance and deportment., • Interact with colleagues and students ethically and professionally., • Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations., • Select appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems and maintain confidentiality., • Complete all classroom and school assignments and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner., • Participate in professional growth activities, including conferences, workshops, coursework, and committees or membership in professional organizations., • Explore and apply knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues., • Initiate communication with parents or guardians concerning student progress or problems in a timely manner., • Respond promptly to parent concerns and encourage parental involvement within the School., • Interact with parents and the community by providing useful information regarding the School., • Work cooperatively with community members in carrying out our School and community-sponsored functions., • Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, share teaching insights, and coordinate student learning., • Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program., • Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of achievement levels., • Effectively assess pupils' instructional and educational needs and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs., • Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment., • Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs., • Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions., • Work effectively with staff, students, and the public., • Make independent decisions., • Work autonomously within school-established guidelines and policies., • Organize tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks., • Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills., • Direct and instruct others. Master’s degree in a related field. * NYS Certification in Science. * Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience (middle or high school). Preferred: * Master’s in Secondary Education or related field. * Experience in urban or non-traditional school settings. * Strong communication and classroom management skills. * Familiarity with educational technology (SMARTBoard, laptops, etc.). * A growth mindset and willingness to engage in continuous professional learning. Why Join Us? * Be part of a supportive and mission-driven community. * Inspire and empower students in the Bronx to succeed academically and socially. * Access to professional development, mentoring, and leadership opportunities. * A chance to make a lasting impact in students’ lives. Ready to inspire the next generation of scientists? Apply today and join a team that believes in the power of education to transform lives!