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School of the Osage

High School Science Teacher

School of the Osage, Midland, Texas, United States, 79709

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Applications will be accepted beginning

Monday, January 5, 2026 12:00 AM

(Central Standard Time).

School of the Osage, in partnership with our students, families, and community, will equip all students to meet their maximum potential for a lifetime of success.

High School Science Teacher Teachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to students and maintaining an environment conducive to learning.

Type of Position:

Science Teacher

Category:

Certified

Reports to:

Building Principal

Degrees required or preferred: A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in academic field, graduate degree and experience preferred.

Valid Missouri Teacher Certification and/or appropriate Missouri Certification for academic field.

Valid Missouri teaching certificate and complete transcript(s) of college credit must be on file for each teacher before the beginning of each new school year. It is the duty of each teacher to possess a valid certificate that covers the academic year (the teaching assignment[s] and all other areas listed on the certificate). The teacher must assure that all professional development requirements and other DESE requirements are met to keep certification current.

Performance Expectations

Directly responsible to the principal of his/her building

Expected to develop lesson plans and instructional materials as part of a planned learning experience to motivate students

Responsible for organizing his/her classroom in a manner to assure optimal teaching and learning

Responsible for establishing all reasonable classroom rules and regulations for the conduct of the students

Responsible for the discipline of students, but shall consult with the Principal, when needed

Expected to manage instructional time effectively and maintain a high level of student time‑on‑task

Expected to monitor student performance in a variety of ways: oral, written, and other forms of informal and formal assessments

Expected to evaluate student academic growth, maintain accurate records, prepare progress and grade reports, and communicate frequently with parents on individual student progress

Maintain a school atmosphere in which character, self‑reliance, responsible behavior, and a positive self‑image are of prime importance

Complete all reports as required, including student evaluation, inventories, orders, curriculum work, and lesson plans

Attend faculty meetings, in‑service meetings, team meetings, grade level/department meetings as required

Supervise students in out‑of‑class activities as required

Share in sponsorship of student activities and participate in faculty/community committees

Supervise teaching assistants, paraprofessionals, student teachers, and volunteers when applicable

Responsible for utilizing data and diagnostic information to develop and revise goals, objectives, and assessments to assure student needs are met at the appropriate level of difficulty

To contact parents routinely to discuss student’s successes and areas of concern

Expected to treat all students in a fair and equitable manner and interact effectively with students, co‑workers, parents, and community members

Expected to pursue focused, job‑embedded professional development activities; read professional journals; collaborate with peers; be involved in book study groups; and strive for continuous improvement

To understand and abide by the policies, procedures, and regulations of the school district/building

Perform other duties assigned

Supervisory Duties Supervise students at all times.

Skills and Capabilities Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, board policy, administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations.

Complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parents.

Present information effectively and respond to questions.

Write clear and complete lesson plans.

Work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations; solve a variety of problems in many different situations; interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students; identify needs and abilities of individual students and adapt instructional methods accordingly; establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents.

Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use; use district software for recording grades and finding student information; utilize instructional technology provided by the district; familiarize yourself with learning management systems.

Physical Demands Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously, move around the classroom, read handwritten or printed material. Occasionally the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform such tasks as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising recess, and lift objects up to 50 lbs.

Salary:

Commensurate based on experience

As a political subdivision, employer, recipient of federal funds, and educational institution, the Board of Education is prohibited from, and hereby declares a policy against engaging in unlawful discrimination, including harassment creating a hostile environment, on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or use of leave protected by the Family and Medical Leave Act, in its programs, activities, and with regard to employment. The Board is an equal opportunity employer.

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