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.

Chemistry/AP Chemistry Teacher (January 2027)