The Manchester-Shortsville CSD (Red Jacket Schools) is seeking candidates for the following position for 2025-2026: Secondary Science Teacher Chemistry (1.0 FTE) Probationary Start Date 8/28/2025 Job Description Application Procedure (two parts): + Candidates should complete an online application in RecruitFront at this site: https://manchestershortsville.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities. Be sure to apply to the specific posting for Chemistry Teacher. + All candidates are required to submit a video of no more than two (2) minutes in length responding to the following prompt: Tell us about yourself and why you are the ideal candidate to be a teacher at Red Jacket. Please know that your submission will only be viewable by the District. Please use this Google form to submit your video: Red Jacket Secondary Science Teacher Chemistry Video Submission (2025-2026) (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvPamLcE6t814uwicaToWjag\_oJJeeUGu-OrHlKrIZq\_KGcA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117852731487757247284) Job Details: + 7.5-hour day, 10-month, school calendar position + Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with less than required attributes or disabilities to perform the essential functions to expectations. Salary: + Per RJFA contract; Minimum $46,113, commensurate with experience + Comprehensive benefits package Job Qualifications NYS Chemistry 7-12 Certification required NYS General Science Certification preferred NYS Special Education Certification preferred Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Develop and administer school curriculum consistent with NYS standards and District goals + Demonstrate strong classroom management skills + Employ positive and therapeutic behavioral intervention strategies + Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students + Collect data to monitor student progress and drive instruction + Communicate effectively with family members + Carry out all other duties as assigned Classroom Responsibilities: + Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated + Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the District + Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor + Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior + Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved + Strive to implement the District’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives by instruction and action + Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities General Responsibilities: + Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations + Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy + Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms + Attend and participate in faculty meetings + Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods + Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials + Accept a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned + Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students + Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others Additional Requirements: + Provides for his/her professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning + Carries out any other assigned duties and/or responsibilities which may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent of Schools and the Board of Education Position Start Date:08/28/2025 Application Deadline:07/28/2025 Job Number: Chem 25-26