Middle School Math Teacher

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location:

Colorado Springs, CO 80916

Salary Range: $33,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary/year

Middle School Mathematics Teacher

James Irwin Charter Middle School is currently seeking a full-time Math teacher for the  school year. The successful candidate will have a 10-period day with four math classes, one study hall, and one elective period. Candidates are not required to have an education degree, be licensed, or have prior teaching experience.

Generous benefits package, part of which includes 100% of the medical and dental premium paid by the employer, $25,000 life insurance, and a laptop computer checked out to the teacher.

Days worked: 191

Robust teacher development and training program.

Candidates who are selected to interview may be asked to teach a sample lesson to students, faculty, and administration.

• Have advanced knowledge and mastery of mathematics from pre-algebra to Algebra I and be willing to demonstrate mastery by taking a brief written test
• Be familiar with and commit to using the Saxon and Direct Instruction (Siegfried Engelmann) methodologies
• Be willing to work with a team of math faculty who provide consistent teaching methods and assessments throughout all math classes at JICMS
• Integrate character into lessons as appropriate and always exhibit the highest character traits, especially in the company of students
• Be committed to always doing what is best for students

• Maintain detailed, accurate student records
• Monitor a study hall as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned (e.g., traffic duty, detention)
• Volunteer occasionally to chaperone student activities (e.g., dances, games)

• Support James Irwin Charter Schools' mission, vision, and values
• Support and follow all JICS policies and procedures
• Be a self-advocating, quick learner
• Have excellent organizational and communication skills
• Build effective relationships with staff, students, and families
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and general technology use
• Demonstrate strong time management and professionalism
• Maintain a calm, professional demeanor under pressure
• Maintain a positive, solution-based attitude

JICMS follows the Colorado Department of Education requirements for Highly Qualified standards in hiring teachers of core subjects. Candidates must demonstrate subject matter competency through at least one of the following:

• Earning an endorsement in the assigned field;
• Holding a degree in the assigned field;
• Passing a Colorado content test in the assigned field (Praxis);
• Earning 36 semester hours in the assigned field; or
• Earning National Board Certification in the assigned field

Bachelor's degree preferred (reflected in $45,000-$55,000 range). Candidates who meet Colorado ESSA "In-Field" requirements without a bachelor's degree may be considered starting at $35,000. To qualify as "In-Field", candidates must meet one of the following in the subject area: endorsement, degree, 36 credit hours, or passing Praxis exam.

Full-time

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Free, on-site (Astrozon campus) daycare - based on availability

Physical Setting:
Charter school

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Qualifications