Chemistry/AP Chemistry Teacher (January 2027)

Norris High School is accepting applications for a full-time high school Chemistry/AP Chemistry teacher beginning in January of the 2026-2027 school year. The candidate chosen to fill this position will work closely with the experienced educators in the high school in planning standards-based program curriculum. Specific teaching assignments will be based on department need and interest / expertise of the selected candidate; however, at this time, it is anticipated to be two sections each of Chemistry, AP Chemistry, and Physics. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified or ability to be certified as a 7-12 secondary teacher with appropriate science endorsement:
• • Preferred Endorsement: Science 7-12; Ability to teach dual credit Chemistry preferred but not required (18 hours graduate level chemistry courses)
  • Acceptable Endorsements: Chemistry 7-12, Physics 7-12

TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches basic skills, knowledge, and strategies within a secondary education endorsement while utilizing the courses of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Leads effective instruction in a classroom setting.
• Evaluates each student’s growth in skills, knowledge, and contribution in the respective curricular area.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of all students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the classroom.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Works cooperatively with other teachers at the middle and high school levels in planning a balanced program.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping students solve problems.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Follows Norris School District staff handbook policies.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Selects and requisitions consumable supplies, equipment, and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property.
• Participates in the curriculum review process and other professional development programs.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Performs other duties as needed, as assigned by the supervisor.

BENEFITS

• Base pay 2026-27: $41,700
• All years of service accepted. 4% vertical, 5% horizontal salary schedule (9 graduate credit hour horizontal increments)
• Full single or family insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska 
• 88 hours (11 days) non-specified leave per year
• Additional benefits include paid parental leave, dental, vision, and life insurance, etc. 

NOTES

• This position is available in January 2027 to fill an immediate vacancy for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year due to a staff resignation for family reasons. 
• This position will be hired for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year with the option to continue into permanent employment with favorable evaluation and successful completion of the school year.