Secondary Science Teacher

TEACHER - Secondary Science

POSITION TYPE: Exempt

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Assume responsibility for planning, delivering, assessing, and evaluating science instruction that promotes scientific literacy, inquiry, critical thinking, and college and career readiness for students in grades 6–12. Teach Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or other assigned secondary science courses aligned with the Virginia Science Standards of Learning (SOLs), while maintaining a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required; Master's degree preferred.
• Holds or is eligible for a valid Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, or another appropriate Virginia science endorsement for the assigned grade level and content area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Virginia Science Standards of Learning (SOLs), scientific inquiry, laboratory practices, curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and proper handling, storage, and disposal of laboratory equipment and chemicals.
• Demonstrates professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and members of the community.
• Demonstrates effective oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to utilize instructional technology, learning management systems, laboratory technology, and electronic student information systems.
• Ability to move about the classroom and laboratory to monitor students and provide instruction in classrooms with varied seating arrangements.
• Ability to supervise students in classrooms, laboratories, hallways, field investigations, field trips, and other school-related activities.
• Ability to prepare and maintain required reports and documentation.
• Ability to lift instructional materials, laboratory equipment, and supplies with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Possesses high moral standards, integrity, professionalism, and maintains confidentiality.
• Successfully completes all employment requirements, including criminal history and child protective services background checks as required by Virginia law.

REPORTS TO: School Administrator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans and delivers engaging science instruction aligned with the Virginia Science Standards of Learning and School Division curriculum.
• Teaches Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or other assigned science courses using research-based instructional practices.
• Develops lesson plans that promote scientific inquiry, experimentation, problem-solving, engineering practices, and critical thinking.
• Provides laboratory and hands-on learning experiences that reinforce scientific concepts and real-world applications.
• Maintains a safe laboratory environment and ensures compliance with all laboratory safety procedures, chemical handling requirements, and School Board policies.
• Instructs students in the safe use of laboratory equipment, materials, and scientific investigations.
• Uses a variety of instructional strategies, technology, and differentiated instructional practices to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Integrates scientific literacy, data analysis, mathematics, engineering, and technology into classroom instruction.
• Monitors, assesses, and documents student learning using formal and informal assessment methods.
• Analyzes student achievement data to guide instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
• Prepares students for success on Virginia Science Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments and applicable end-of-course assessments.
• Establishes and maintains appropriate standards of student behavior that support an effective learning environment.
• Encourages responsible citizenship, respect for diversity, ethical scientific practices, and appropriate student conduct.
• Identifies instructional resources, interventions, and support services necessary to meet individual student needs.
• Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by law, School Board policy, and administrative regulations.
• Communicates regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, instructional programs, attendance, behavior, and school-related matters.
• Collaborates with teachers, instructional coaches, counselors, administrators, special education staff, English Learner staff, and support personnel to improve student achievement.
• Participates in faculty meetings, professional learning, curriculum development, data analysis, school improvement initiatives, and other assigned activities.
• Demonstrates professionalism, ethical conduct, dependability, confidentiality, and continuous professional growth.
• Complies with all federal and state laws, Virginia Department of Education regulations, School Board policies, administrative procedures.
• Contributes positively to the overall educational program and school community.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the School Administrator.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment is based on the School Board-approved teacher contract, salary schedule, and work calendar.

SALARY

Commensurate with education, experience, and the School Board-approved salary schedule.

APPROVED BY SUPERINTENDENT: July 22, 2026
Updated: July 22, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION PREPARED BY

Supervisor of Human Resources

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The employee's signature constitutes acknowledgment of the requirements, essential functions, and responsibilities of this position and indicates an understanding of the expectations associated with the role.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Charles City County School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The School Board does not discriminate in recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, promotion, retention, discipline, termination, or any other employment practice on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or Virginia law.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Charles City County Public Schools reserves the right to revise, update, or modify this position description and related duties at any time to meet the operational needs of the School Division.