Middle School Science Teacher

Dixon Montessori Charter SchoolMissionDMCS emphasizes academic excellence and discovery within an environment that nurtures each student to achieve their individual greatest potential.VisionConfident in their individual strengths and skills and with a passion for exploration, DMCS students enthusiastically strive to be their best and positively impact the world around them Join our team of passionate educators at Dixon Montessori Charter School!Regionally Competitive Salary ScaleFull Employee Paid BenefitsEducational Assistance up to $5000Collaborative teams of teachers with time built into the week to meet.Strong community feel with students, parents, faculty and surrounding community.Dixon Montessori Charter School is a WASC accredited public school enrolling students in grades TK-8th grade. We are a site based school program serving over 400 students under the authorization of Dixon Unified School District.At DMCS, we blend core components of the Montessori philosophy (Kindergarten thru 6th) with a Project-Based Learning Style (7th thru 8th grades) to create a dynamic, "hands-on" learning approach. All Montessori and Project-Based curriculum is aligned to the Common Core State Standards, and gives the students a well-roundedexposure to the many ways of learning.Dixon Montessori Charter School Job Description 2019-20 Title: Middle School Science Teacher Reports to: Executive Director Primary Function: Under the general supervision of the Executive director and other Administrators, certificated teachers are expected to provide a classroom program that supports and promotes the Mission and Vision of DMCS for the success of all students. Relationship to Student Achievement: This position directly supports student achievement of the California State Science Standards for the 7th and 8th grade. Supervision Exercised and Received Exercised: Not applicable Received: Executive Director Duties and Responsibilities: (This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this position, but is intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements.)Establish and communicate learning goals for all studentsSupply examples of student progress toward objectives that may include reading records, writing samples, projects, and portfolios of student workUse results of assessments to guide instruction and interventions with in your classroomInvolve and guide all students in assessing their own learningDevelop lesson plans that ensure the attainment of state learning standards and the additional specific grade-by-grade learning standards set forth in the charter.Coordinate lesson plans with other teachers to maximize possibilities for teaching similar topics in the same general time frame, thus reinforcing student knowledge on an interdisciplinary basis.Provide direct and indirect instruction.Long and short-term planning addressing individual needs of students.Prepare students adequately for all required assessments.Evaluate student's progressCommunicate student progress regularly with parents or guardiansPrepare at least quarterly individual student achievement reports for parents.Provide an inviting, exciting, innovative learning environment.Engage in effective and appropriate classroom management based on the school wide PBIS program.Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from administrative staff.Utilize computers and other technological classroom support equipment in student instruction.Accommodate and /or modify lesson plans per IEP's, 504's and other student needs.Maintain and enrich his/her expertise in his/her area of teaching through continued professional development.Perform other duties as assigned and deemed appropriate by the Executive Director.Required Experience and Education:* Valid California Education Single Subject Teaching Certificate* Verifiable teaching experienceCOMPETENCIES REQUIRED:Effective communication skillsTechnical/professional knowledgePlanning and organization skillsAnalytical skillsAbility to manage own timeCritical thinkingAbility to work in a team environmentPHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Work is performed while in a stationary position for extended periods of time. • Work is performed while moving about the office to utilize equipment, technology, etc. • Work is performed while positioning self to access files and supplies. • May require traveling in a vehicle to job assignments. • Work is performed while moving supplies weighing up to 20 pounds across the classroom. • Requires the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents, and community members. • Requires the ability to detect information displayed on a computer screen and read documents. • Requires the ability to operate a computer keyboard or standard office equipment.Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the email address listed in the posting.Refer to the job posting for a list of required skills or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the email address listed in the posting.