Teacher of Science

1)

Have a thorough and up to date knowledge of

their subject(s) and should take account of wider curriculum developments that

are relevant to their work;

2)

Consistently and effectively plan lessons and

sequences of lessons to meet students’ individual learning needs, including

students with special educational needs, and gifted or talented students. They

should be aware of, and take proper account of the strategies agreed in IEPs

(Individual Education Plans) and IBPs (Individual Behaviour Plans);

3)

Keep an attendance register of students in every

lesson and following up absence when necessary;

4)

Consistently and effectively use a range of

appropriate strategies for teaching and classroom management;

5)

Consistently and effectively use information

about prior attainment to set well-grounded expectations for students, and

monitor progress to give clear and constructive feedback;

6)

Be able to make use of the performance data

available in the Academy in order to determine how much progress their students

are making;

7)

Take responsibility for their own professional

development and use the outcomes to improve their teaching and students’

learning;

8)

Make an active contribution to implementing the

policies and aspirations of the Academy and Trust;

9)

Be effective professionals who challenge and

support all students to do their best;

10)

Set and maintain high expectations for student

behaviour;

11)

Set a good example to students, for example in

terms of appropriate dress, standards of punctuality and attendance;