Position Title

Long Term Substitute Chemistry Teacher - HS

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

$175.00 per day

Job Description

The Locust Valley Central School District is looking for a Leave Replacement HS Chemistry Teacher (Grades 10, 11) to join our team in providing a safe, nurturing and challenging classroom environment devoted to helping all students reach their full potential. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Teacher is responsible for the well-being and safety of the students, taking attendance, maintaining a functioning classroom, utilizing classroom management skills, leaving a clean classroom, and teaching the provided curriculum.

• Develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the regular teacher's past lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students.

• Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment.

• Teaching students about various aspects of family life, including nutrition, clothing, child development, and financial management.

• Administering tests and assignments.

• Training and guiding students in job applications and career planning.

• Creating interactive, collaborative classroom environments.

• Covering topics such as basic nutrition, family economics, relationships, health, and time management.

• Communicating with parents and colleagues.

• Attending meetings and maintaining professional development standards.

• Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan.

Work Hours and Benefits:

This long-term substitute position is in our High School with an anticipated start date of March 1, 2025 through Jun 27, 2025.

Salary:

• As per LVSEA Teachers contract

Job Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in Chemistry.

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Science or related field.

• Proven leadership, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

• Ability to engage, motivate and challenge students.

• Understanding of modern teaching techniques and use of classroom technologies.

• Emotional stability and strong problem-solving skills.

Training and Education:

• NYS Certification in Chemistry (7-12)

Job Category

Substitute Teacher

Job Location

Locust Valley High School

Additional Information