High School Mathematics Teacher

Position Details

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ Mathematics
• Date Posted: 3/20/2026
• Location: Carbondale Community High School
• Date Available: 08/10/2026

Position: High School Mathematics Teacher (Full-time)

Type of Position: Licensed Position

Projected Starting Date: August 10, 2026

Primary Functions: To teach Mathematics as assigned by the building principal.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must have an Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed in the respective area.

The 2026-27 starting salary for an individual with a bachelor's degree and zero years of experience is $49,008.00. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance;
Sick Days, Personal Leave Days, Sick Leave Bank;
Wellness Reimbursement Program.

The high school district of Carbondale, Illinois serves approximately 1,000 students in grades 9-12. Carbondale has a population of 22,000 and is the location of Southern Illinois University.

The high school provides a comprehensive educational program that provides vocational and college preparatory programs that are influenced by extremes in economic and cultural backgrounds within a diverse student population. Comprehensive co-curricular activities are offered in a broad range of programs in athletics, the arts and student clubs. The high school enjoys a well-established tradition of excellence and has the support of the community for its school, faculty and administration.

Carbondale Community High School District 165 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Carbondale Community High School District 165 makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy at

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills and competence in basic and complex mathematical principles, equations, formulas and calculations, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.

• Develops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real and imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Maintains familiarity with district and Connecticut State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is…