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Tipton High School

Science Teacher

Tipton High School, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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Applications will be accepted beginning

Monday, January 5, 2026 12:00 AM

(Central Standard Time).

Science Teacher Job Description

Job Title: Science Teacher

Department: Science 6-12

Reports to: Principal

Classification: Exempt

The Tipton R‑VI School District is now accepting applications for the 2026‑2027 school year for a full‑time middle/high school Science Teacher. Applicant must hold a valid Missouri teaching certificate in the subject area. The position will remain open until filled. The teacher will plan instruction that engages students and prepares them for success in college and careers.

Summary Teachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to students and maintaining an environment conducive to learning.

Qualifications Education: Bachelor Degree minimum, Masters Degree preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide instruction to students

Create and implement a classroom disciplinary plan

Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction

Participate in building, grade‑level, and subject area committees

Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, grades, and discipline

Complete and submit forms and required reports in a timely manner

Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and other educational concerns

Participate as a member of an IEP team, 504 team, or other student assistance teams as requested

Implement special educational plans such as 504 plans, individual educational programs, and individual health plans

Report suspected abuse, neglect, discrimination, and harassment as directed by Board policy

Prepare lesson plans for use by a substitute teacher

Subject area teachers may have additional duties and responsibilities

Supervisory Duties

Supervise students at all times

Skills and Abilities Language

Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, Board policy, administrative procedures and forms, and governmental regulations and guidance

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

Reasoning

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

Other Skills and Abilities

Identify the needs and abilities of individual students and adapt instructional methods accordingly

Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents

Technology

Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use

Use district software for recording grades and finding student information

Utilize smart boards, projectors, and other instructional technology provided by the district

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

Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Conditions and Environment The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Occasionally, the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform tasks such as loading and unloading students from district transportation and supervising lunch duty.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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