Position Type: High School Teaching/Science - General
Date Posted: 4/7/2026
Location: East Haven High School
Date Available: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: until filled
Job Title: Science Teacher
Reports To: Building Principal
Location: East Haven High School
Education: The successfull candidate must hold current CT certification in General Science 7-12 (034) and/or Biology 7-12 (030)
The salary and benefits associated with this position are outlined in the current East Haven Education Association contract.
Responsibilities: - Create a classroom environment that supports students' development of science content knowledge, conceptual understandings, and related skills.
- Implement research-based instructional practices.
- Use a variety of assessment tools, analyze student data form assessments, and use that data to drive instruction.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, support staff, and administrators.
- Think flexibly and adapt to the specific instructional needs of students.
- Develop goals related to teacher practice, student growth, and school improvement.
- Develop and revise curriculum and various types of assessments to align with district initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications/Skills: - The successful candidate must hold current CT certification in General Science 7-12 (034) and/or Biology (030)
- The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of:
- Developing students' understanding of Science concepts and skills;
- Developing lessons that are aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards;
- Integrating technology and digital resources into instruction;
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills;
- Differentiation of instruction for diverse learners;
- Content area literacy;
- Effective assessment practices (summative and formative)
- Restorative practice
Physical and Mental Demands/Work EnvironmentThe physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to see and read objects closely, as wiring, labels on equipment, reading/proofreading a report, using a computer monitor, filing and/or retrieving information from a filing system.
- Ability to hear normal sounds wit background noise, as in using a telephone or radio, distinguish verbal communication and communicate through speech, including using a radio.
- Ability to learn and acquire an understanding of new information, methodologies and techniques and how they apply to school goals and operations.
- Ability to work in office or school setting (indoors and outdoors) subject to interruptions and heavy work volume expectations.
- May be exposed to changing temperatures and weather, humidity, noise and dust.
- Ability to get from one location in the office or work sites(s) to other locations in primary office or work sites.
- Ability to sit for long periods of time.
- Ability to reach and bend, and push/pull or lift objects less than thirty (30) pounds.
- Ability to perform manipulative skills such as writing, collating, using a keyboard and/or calculator with speed and accuracy for long periods of time.
- Ability to concentrate on detail and issue with some interruption, pressure and changing priorities.
- Memory to perform multiple and diverse tasks over long periods of time and the ability to remember information that has been previously learned.
- Ability to use knowledge and reasoning to solve routine problems.
- Ability to learn and apply new information, technology and legislation applicable to departmental activities.
- Ability to distinguish between public and confidential information and handle appropriately.
Disclaimers- The job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
- Connecticut requires that any person (teachers, administrators, special service staff members, teachers' aids, custodians, cafeteria employees, etc.) who is hired by a local or regional board of education submit to a state and national criminal history record check within the first 30 days of the date of employment. The process includes the checking of fingerprints by the State Police bureau of Identification and the F.B.I. The results of the criminal history record checks (both state and federal) are reported to the employing school district. If the district receives notice of a conviction of a crime by a person holding a certificate, authorization or permit issued by the State Board of Education, the district shall notify the Bureau of Certification and Professional Development.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals belonging to historically marginalized groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Our hiring process is designed to ensure fairness, impartiality, and equal opportunities for all qualified applicants.We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to create a culturally responsive environment. We conform to the spirit of and the letter of local policy, applicable laws and regulations, such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Civil Rights Act of 1987, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act (CFEPA). 
