Quincy Middle School -Science Teacher -One Year Only

QUINCY MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER (1 YEAR ONLY)

Supervisor: Building Principal

Salary Range: QEA Salary Schedule

Location: Middle School

Conditions of work: 180 days/1fte Limited Duration (1 Year Only)

School Year: 2026-27

SUMMARY:

The job of secondary school teacher is to prepare learning objectives and

standards for assigned academic and enrichment subject areas and grade levels, to teach and instruct students to promote student achievement, to provide guidance, counsel, supervision and discipline to students, and to assess and evaluate performance and progress to enhance effective learning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach students the skills and attitudes to be successful in the subject matter in accordance

with state statutes, district policy and adopted curriculum, to help prepare students for lifelong learning and success.

• Foster an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans and instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole

groups which may include at risk or special needs youth.

• Creates positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills, develop essential attitudes and experience.
• Plans and prepares well organized series of learning opportunities and activities; established objectives to ensure mastery of district outcomes.
• Assess and evaluates student achievement; adapts and modifies techniques and material for effectiveness as necessary for student progress and success; seeks and recommends special assistance as appropriate.
• Assists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate

behavior; maintains and provides fair and consistent classroom management.

• Acknowledges, discusses rewards and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as

necessary and maintains student safety.

• Evaluates and records student progress; prepares progress and grade reports as required;

administers tests as necessary.

• Attends or participates in all required staff meetings, committees, team building, field trips

and other activities (may include overnight stay) deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.

• Performs related tasks consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position.
• Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to keep

confidentiality and show initiative when appropriate.

• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently have or will have by the start date a valid Washington

State Teaching Certificate with a related endorsement required. Other degrees and certifications may be considered, such as a K-8 Certification..

• Extensive knowledge of subject areas and ability to have effective behavior classroom

techniques; effective instructional techniques.

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications.
• Establish and maintain effective, positive communication and working relationships with

students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.

• Designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong technical and word processing skills required.
• Ability to deal with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent when working with a culturally, racially, and economically diverse student population; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgment to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques.
• Use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software.
• Direct assistants; in some positions, administer first aid and CPR;
• Sets and maintains high expectations of students.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence of students and community through the modeling of

appropriate behavior, methods and attire.

• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

PROCEDURE:

• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu/
• Click on "Employment" and "Current Openings TalentEd"
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions

regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores 509-787-4571.

• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI

fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation,gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: John Boyd, Superintendent, jboyd@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director,

vhodge@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Assistant Superintendent, nbergman@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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