Science

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be Wisconsin DPI certified in Broad Field Science, early adolescence to adolescence.
• Candidates with certification in Alternative Education will also be considered.
• Additional certification in Biology, Earth and Space Science, or Physical Science is desired.
• Additional Wisconsin DPI Alternative Education license or willingness to complete a plus.
• Must have a desire to work with a variety of ability groups, assessing students 'strengths and weaknesses, determining appropriate interventions for continued success, and encouraging opportunities for life-long learning.
• Must have a special interest in working with "at-risk" students.
• Must be able to engage students who have learning gaps to move them forward.
• Must have the ability to organize and maintain a classroom free of distraction, incorporating best practice strategies related to strong classroom management.
• Must be willing to take an active role in curriculum development.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to teach high school integrated science curriculum. Committed to building and maintaining positive relationships with students, staff, and families. Willing to make decisions in the best interest of students and staff. Ability to adapt, collaborate, and flourish in an ever-changing educational environment. Ability to work as part of a team. A desire to meet the needs of all students is paramount. Candidates must be willing and able to work well as part of a department and building team members. Knowledge of effective literacy strategies and the application of said strategies are also desired. In addition, candidates must be able to demonstrate appropriate use of a wide variety of instructional strategies and have a working knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards. Must be computer and technology literate.

Central High School is an innovative charter school deeply committed to student success. As a full-service high school focused on college/career readiness, we prepare students for post-secondary education or the world of work. Our small class sizes promote the development of student-staff relationships that foster an atmosphere of caring and respect. Central High School's curriculum offers individual options, including project-based learning, traditional classes, a flexible schedule, including an extended day before and after school program, and summer credit recovery. In addition, our early college model supports student achievement, college readiness skills, and application procedures. Students at Central are allowed to take on- and off-site courses for college credit at Lakeshore Technical College, earning credits and certificates concurrently with high school credits.