Full Time Science Communicator Jobs Near Me

Position Type:
Certified/Middle School
Date Posted:
7/3/2026
Location:
Buckeye Valley Middle School
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Closing Date:
07/10/2026
District:
Buckeye Valley Local Schools
SAMPLE BOARD OF EDUCATION
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Science Teacher (Grades 6-12)
Reports to: Principal/Curriculum Director
Employment Status: Regular/Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Description: Demonstrate the need for scientific processes in everyday activities; create a condition of
independent learning and self-confidence; give students a desire to learn and at the
same time show responsibility for themselves
NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance
Essential Functions:
• Ensure safety of students
• Teach and evaluate the students using sound instructional practices
• Effectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environment
• Prepare clear and timely lesson plans
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required
• Provide guidance to students which will promote their welfare and their proper educational development
• Attend parent/teacher conferences
• Distribute homework assignments
• Ensure students are learning all subject material by testing, quizzing and evaluating student projects on a regular
basis
• Provide complete lesson plans for substitute
• Make provisions for being available to students and parents for educationally related purposes before and after
the instructional day as agreed upon
• Maintain and improve professional competence
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report
cards and conferences
• Observe ethics of the teaching profession
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of
students
• Instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
• Refer students suspected of learning disabilities for diagnosis on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of
district specialists as required
• Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life and conduct
• Notify parents if student is not meeting classroom goals
• Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined in the courses of study which have been
approved by the Board of Education
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing a
variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners
• Utilize demonstrations, lectures, discussions and student experiments to teach theories and skills in the science
course
• Demonstrate scientific concepts by the use of scientific apparatus, experiments, computers, and any other
equipment necessary
• Instruct students in the proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals and science equipment
• Provide for and ensure safe storage and proper use of materials, equipment, and tools
• Select and request books, instructional aids, science equipment, chemicals and supplies and maintain inventory
records as required
• Copy and distribute curricular supplements
• Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment
• Notify supervisor of possible safety hazards in chemical laboratory area
• Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student grades, family history
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
• Attend meetings and in-services as required
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• Emphasize available careers in science
• Implement instructional strategies that incorporate content standards for subject matter area of expertise
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
• Attend educational field trips
• Serve as a role model for students
• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
• Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment, and other instructional materials
• Serve on committees and cocurricular activities as agreed upon
• Supervise student teachers as agreed upon
• Discipline students when necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Curriculum Director
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent from a four-year college or university
• Less than one year related experience
• Appropriate State of Ohio certification/license
• Meet the applicable requirements of a "highly qualified" teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act within the
appropriate timelines
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of academic area and teaching methodology
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Training in varied instructional design
• Skills and knowledge in equipment preparation/operation
• Ability to operate and/or utilize a fire extinguisher, fire blanket, eyewash solution and other safety equipment
• Use of basic hand tools, e.g., hammer, screwdriver, pliers for lab use
• Ability to do simple equipment repair
• Variable technology use, i.e., laser disk, grading software, etc.
Equipment Operated:
• Copier
• TV/VCR
• Fire extinguisher
• Fire blanket
• Overhead projector
• Electronic balance
• Microscopes
• Mass balances
• Calculator
• Laser disc player
Additional Working Conditions:
• Frequent weekend/evening/summer work as agreed upon
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasional interaction among unruly children
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions
• Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., writing
• Frequent exposure to various instructionally based chemicals
• Frequent operation of equipment and hardware in order to produce laboratory products used for instruction
• Occasional requirement to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and use color vision
• Frequent requirement to read and hear
• Occasional requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull up to a maximum of 30 pounds
• Occasional requirement to operate school district vehicle
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and
responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and
perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.
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