Gr. 8 Math Teacher

Gr. 8 Math Teacher

Position Type:
Middle School Teaching:
Mathematics

Location:

Woodland Middle School

Date Available:

August 17, 2026, plus six days of New Staff Orientation August 5 - 12, 2026.

License/Certification:
Illinois Professional Educator License valid for Grades 6-8 with mathematics endorsement registered in Lake County

Education:

Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, or Mathematics

Experience:

Preferred
- Successful teaching or student teaching experience in middle school mathematics

Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core State Standards

Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students

Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook

Contributes and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) program

Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints

Works cooperatively with other staff members in planning

Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs

Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned

Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property; keeps supplies in good working condition, is responsible for all materials as well as manages repair of equipment

Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality

Collaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions

Uses a variety of assessment tools that support district curriculum and Common Core State Standards

Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students varying needs and interests

Utilizes the RtI model to assist in reviewing data, determining academic needs, setting appropriate academic goals and implementing interventions for students

Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment

Maintains appropriate records of student attendance, projects, and grades

Posts grades regularly to district-approved student information system/grade book

Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress

Gathers and maintains up-to-date records of student grades and assessment data to assist in the placement of students into appropriate mathematics courses

Administers state and local standardized ability and achievement tests and interprets results to determine student strengths and areas of need

Attends and participate in daily team meetings and monthly grade level, department and faculty meeting

Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students

Performs other such duties and assumes other such responsibilities as may be assigned by the School Principal or Assistant Principal

Planning and Preparation:
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning.

Classroom Environment:
Creates an environment of respect and rapport, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages students behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.

Instruction:
Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.

Professional Responsibility:
Reflects on teaching, maintains accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical:
Competent in digital environments;
Chromebooks, databases, spreadsheets, publishing software, Microsoft Office, Google applications etc.

Interpersonal:
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Empathetic, humanistic and open-minded. Strong sense of teamwork. Strategic thinker. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people.

Must have strong organizational skills.

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