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Physics Teacher - 26/27 SY

Sunnyside Unified School District, Tucson, AZ, United States


DEFINITION : Under general supervision, develops and implements a curriculum program consistent with District educational goals and objectives.

Essential Functions
Tasks

Observes and monitors control of student behavior in the classroom, playground, field trips, lunchroom, library, school buses, and other areas; establishes, maintains, and promotes a classroom atmosphere that ensures the emotional and physical safety and well‑being of students and emphasizes mutual respect, self‑worth, self‑discipline, cooperation, consideration, and responsibility.

Assesses student needs and develops, implements, and evaluates daily lesson plans to include scheduled activities and materials.

Modifies instruction of the program to meet the needs of each child.

Plans, organizes, and displays classroom materials, space, and time appropriate to curricular activities.

Utilizes and implements classroom management techniques to maintain organization, orderliness, and student safety, and a productive learning environment.

Uses positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.

Plans instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student need and established curriculum.

Implements instructional techniques to encourage and motivate students.

Evaluates written materials, including assignments and tests, and analyzes and evaluates student progress and course curriculum.

Ensures parents and students are informed of methods of evaluation utilized in the classroom.

Informs parents of student progress, advises on instructional methods that may assist student learning, and informs parents of school activities.

Participates as a member of an instructional team to promote learning activities consistent with District and school education objectives and notifies site administrator of the special needs of students who display characteristics that vary from the norm.

Collaborates with specialists to assist students.

Monitors the activities of a teacher assistant and classroom volunteers.

Orders classroom supplies and instructional materials.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics

Knowledge and understanding of State and Federal activity standards.

Knowledge of developmental levels of school‑age children.

Knowledge of District and Department policies and procedures.

Knowledge of various teaching techniques and methods.

Knowledge of classroom management methods.

Skill in applying common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Skill in reading and interpreting documents such as rules, instructions, and procedure manuals.

Skill in writing routine reports and correspondence.

Skill in effective written and oral communication.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Skill in basic math computations.

Physical Requirements
Work is performed in an indoor environment. The position requires frequent sitting, repetitive motion, vision to monitor, and may require some lifting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field.

Valid Arizona Secondary 6‑12 Teaching Certificate with approved area.

Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Any equivalent combination of training, education, or experience that meets the minimum qualifications and State certification requirements will be accepted.

Salary
Refer to the Certified Salary Guide

Application Procedure
Apply online

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