Culver School District reserves the right to extend the closing date of, or otherwise revise this Position/Vacancy Posting, at any time. Culver School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process, as well as for performing essential job functions, will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008.

 

 

190 Day Contract. Excellent Benefits.

 

Culver School District is seeking a Middle School Science Teacher. This would be an ideal position for a flexible candidate with excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for instructing middle school age students, grades 6-8. The candidate must be able to use highly effective engagement practices and differentiated instruction to reach the various needs of our learners.  They should be capable of developing and implementing a strategic vision in all areas of Science using Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to teach a dynamic secondary Science program. The candidate must be able to interact with students, parents, colleagues and community members in a positive, respectful, and responsible manner and is expected to believe in the success of every student and to inspire them to achieve that success. In addition, the candidate should feel very comfortable teaching collaboratively and thematically across academic disciplines and to multi-age groups in a STEM/Project Based Learning environment (PBL). Fostering positive and worthwhile relationships with students is a priority.  

 

 

Qualifications:

• Current, progress toward, or ability to obtain an Oregon Teacher License with appropriate endorsements
  
• Additional endorsements stongly preferred
• Knowledge of, or strong interest in, STEM/PBL education is preferred
• Knowledge of current concepts, methods and procedures for curriculum development and implementation
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate in a positive manner
• Knowledge and implementation of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
• Skilled at Formative & Summative Assessment Practices that align with the CCSS
• Knowledge and implementation of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
• Skilled at Differentiated Instructional Practices
• Skilled at Student Engagement Practices
• Desires to be a part of the Culver school community outside of the classroom
• Other skills in coaching, club advising, leadership, student council, etc., preferred

  

About Culver/Culver School District

 

The Culver School District has approximately 700 students with comprehensive academic, athletics and activities programs. We are a 1:1 technology District and a K-12 Rural School Model of STEM education. 

 

The City of Culver, located just 40 minutes from Bend, 25 minutes from Redmond and 10 minutes from Madras takes pride in its small town atmosphere and the generous hospitality of our community. Enjoy the conveniences of shopping and fine dining just a short drive away with recreational opportunities such as Lake Billy Chinook, Smith Rock State Park and mountain skiing in your backyard. With a population of approximately 1300, Culver is a rural community of farms and ranches. While all of Central Oregon, including Culver, is experiencing a growth boom, Culver still maintains a high level of community and a home town atmosphere with tremendous pride and support for its schools.

 

 

Application Deadline:          Open Until Filled 

 

Approximate Start Date:     August 26, 2024

 

Salary Range:                        $44,404 - $94,108

  

 

Completed Application MUST Include:

• District Application- Through TalentEd, use link below
• Copies of Transcript(s)- Upload in Attachments
• Copies of License(s)- Upload in Attachments
• Cover Letter- Paste/Type within Application
• Resume- Upload in Attachments
• One page Educational Philosophy Statement- Paste/Type within Application
• 3 Letters of Recommendation- Attach to corresponding References within Application

 

 

**Incomplete Applications May Not Be Considered**

 

 

 

Please submit your application materials electronically at:

https://culver.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx

 

 

 

Questions? Call Nancy Bolhuis at 541-546-7503 or email: nbolhuis@culver.k12.or.us