2023-2024 Teacher – Chemistry (9-12)

Chemistry Teacher
Job Description
FLSA Status: Exempt

MISSION

Faithful to Catholic Tradition and to our Dominican heritage of scholarship and service, Bishop Lynch High School promotes the development of the total person by bringing together a diverse community in a rigorous college preparatory environment where students are taught to strive for excellence, seek truth, and work for justice in the world.

SUMMARY

A Chemistry Teacher is responsible for the implementation of the goals of Catholic education as outlined in The Holy See’s Teaching on Catholic Schools (Archbishop Michael Miller):
Inspired by a Supernatural Vision
Founded on a Christian Anthropology
Animated by Communion and Community
Imbued with a Catholic Worldview
Sustained by Gospel Witness

Qualified candidates will be driven and inspired by the mission of Catholic schools to form young men and women in a high school setting “who will be good citizens of the world, loving God and neighbor and enriching society with the leaven of the gospel, and who will also be good citizens of the world to come, thus fulfilling their destiny to become saints” (Miller, p. 20).

SKILLS REQUIRED

Qualified candidates will be able to perform the following duties at an exemplary level:

Effectively teach Chemistry using result driven methods
Exemplify the core values of a Bishop Lynch faculty member: Faithful, Caring, Dedicated
Exemplify a “team player” spirit with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Create and deliver engaging lessons to diverse groups of students at all levels
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
Promote enthusiasm for learning Chemistry
Demonstrate exceptional organization and classroom management skills
Be a compassionate and confident leader
Be flexible, adaptable, and open to new learning and growth

JOB EXPECTATIONS

Collaborate and work effectively with other members of the science department to analyze student assessment data and make curricular modifications accordingly to ensure student success
Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans that facilitate active learning
Develop lesson plans, class activities, homework, and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures and adhere to Bishop Lynch curriculum standards
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the rules of the Bishop Lynch Student Handbook
Provide appropriate and timely feedback on student work by maintaining accurate and complete records of students’ performance and growth
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and other assignments
Participate in department, school, and parent meetings
Engage in ongoing professional development
Establish and maintain effective communication with parents, students, administrators, and colleagues
Complete all required reports, records, and documents in a timely manner
Serve as a positive role model for students and support the school’s mission statement
Participate in extracurricular activities such as department service projects, social activities, sporting events, and student organizations as directed
Participate in school liturgies and assemblies
Actively support and embrace the house system by serving as a mentor or co-mentor
Perform other duties as may be deemed necessary for the efficient operation of the Science department and Bishop Lynch

QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree in Chemistry and 12 college credit hours in Education or a composite science certification.
Relevant teaching experience in a classroom; ability to teach other science courses strongly preferred
Demonstrated competency in Chemistry with extensive knowledge of Chemistry curriculum and instruction
Motivated to help students grow academically
Sound knowledge of safety and health regulation in the science classroom.
Experience and interest in developing innovative uses of technology in the classroom
Commitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleague
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior while maintaining a professional manner
Ability to demonstrate poise, empathy, tact, and diplomacy
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Must be able to discern among competing priorities, separating what is essential from what is non-essential
Working knowledge or experience with Blackboard (or other LMS) is a plus

Qualified candidates should email resume to resume@bishoplynch.org.