Department Chairperson - Science Teacher - Washington State

Description:THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ACTIVE WASHINGTON TEACHING CERTIFICATE IN SCIENCE AT THE HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL (9-12)The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership in the development of goals and quality instruction within a subject-area department (Science). In addition, to implement appropriate teaching strategies that assist each student in achieving their academic potential, while also providing superior customer service to all internal and external customers of KVE.Typical activities include: - Assist online instructors (adjunct/part-time/full-time) in pedagogical strategies to improve student achievement.- Coordinate departmental meetings and communicate with the team on a biweekly basis.- Recommend curriculum offerings and appropriate teachers for instructional assignments to principal.- Review status of departmental objectives and staff development activities.- Organize team activities to facilitate cohesiveness.- Implement curriculum as prescribed by KVE using activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.- Be available to assist students via phone, email and instant messenger- Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the need of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.- Communicate with stakeholders in a courteous, timely and professional manner.- Respond promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.- Maintain effective and efficient records.A likely activities breakdown: - Assist online instructors (adjunct/part-time/full-time) in pedagogical strategies to improve student achievement.- Coordinate departmental meetings and communicate with the team on a biweekly basis.- Recommend curriculum offerings and appropriate teachers for instructional assignments to principal.- Review status of departmental objectives and staff development activities.- Organize team activities to facilitate cohesiveness.The above activities constitute 10% of the day.- Implement curriculum as prescribed by KVE using activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.- Be available to assist students via phone, email and instant messenger- Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the need of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.- Communicate with stakeholders in a courteous, timely and professional manner.- Respond promptly (within same day or 24 hours) when returning telephone calls and replying to correspondence, emails, instant messages, and faxes.- Maintain effective and efficient records.The above activities constitute 90% of the day.Experience Required: - Bachelor Degree required. - Current Washington state teaching certification in Science- 3 years teaching experience at the secondary level (9-12)Position Requirements /Scope of the Job/ Skills Required: - Knowledge of school policies and procedures.- Excellent written and oral communication skills.- Ability to provide superior customer service with emphasis on communication.- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.- Ability to interact professionally and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.- Ability to maintain confidentiality.- Ability to plan and organize work.Measurement of Success: Department Chairpersons will be measured on the level of success in the department, looking at the following items: 1) Pace of students 2) Course Accuracy 3) Quality feedback 4) Contacts being made to studentsQualifications:Experience Required: - Bachelor Degree required. - Current Washington state teaching certification in Science- 3 years teaching experience at the secondary level (9-12)Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceBenefits available for those who qualify: - Immediate health and dental plans- Sick days, holidays, and vacation days- 401(k) Plan- Flexible Spending Account- Life and Business Travel Accident Insurance - Long-term Disability- Group Legal Services- Financial Planning EOEJob Location: Remote, WAJob Number: 7295BRCompany URL: http://www.kaplanvirtualeducation.comCompany Profile:Kaplan Virtual Education (KVE) is a leader in the growing field of virtual high school instruction and online curriculum development. Our programs promote educational achievement by offering a wide variety of online learning options to high school students, schools, and school districts.Kaplan Virtual Education is a unit of Kaplan, Inc., a worldwide education services provider and a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO)