ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 400 Lake Street • Ithaca New York • 14850 NOTICE OF ANTICIPATED VACANCY We envision 6000 Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving new scientific discoveries new products and services individual and organizational learning education business success interpersonal and intrapersonal communications all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious. Our mission is to engage educate and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking to educate every learner to communicate comprehend and collaborate for understanding and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence. Position Title Chemistry Teacher Brief DescriptionTeach several levels of high school chemistry by providing a rigorous curriculum complex laboratory experiences and culturally inclusive teaching practices. Additional coverage in Academic Intervention services for all support of all science students. LocationsIthaca High School Anticipated Start 8282025 Posting Dates6172025 - Until Filled Number of Vacancies 1.0 FTE1.0 Application Requirements ResumeCV Cover Letter Proof of Certification or pending certification Official copy of transcripts undergraduate and graduate Three 3 Letters of Reference MANDATORY Writing Sample see prompt below The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color women LGBTQIA veterans people with disabilities and those with lived experiences. MANDATORY Writing Sample A writing sample is required for the application to be complete. Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter. The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races gender identities learning needs socio-economic status sexual orientations languages national origins etc. Describe your teaching strategies andor experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities andor respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals. The Ithaca City School District is a 11 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also please provide evidence of how you stay current with students digital world. Required Qualifications The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race class and disability as predictors of academic performance co-curricular participation and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts. Possession of or proof of eligibility for New York State certification in Chemistry 7-12. Dual science certification preferred. Desired Characteristics An educational leader whose competency energy and commitment will help ensure that students thrive Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race class ethnicity sexual orientation and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum create an inclusive classroom and differentiate instruction Internal Applicants Apply online at SchoolFront |Stepsto apply When applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings.To find the position typeChemistry If you are a substitute a coach or in the process of onboarding and havent officially started you will be considered an external applicant. External Applicants Apply online at RecruitFront In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront Create a RecruitFront profile If its the first time applying to ICSD Create an Application Checkmark TeacherAdmin Only Apply to Job Posting After finishing step 2 select APPLY on the job posting. Salary Range53291-75191 10-month full-time base Based on the 24-25 ITA salary grid a new contract is currently in negotiations. The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age race color religion creed ethnicity national origin sexual orientation gender identity and expression military status veteran status sex disability predisposing genetic characteristics marital status familial status domestic violence victim status or other federalstate protected status.