Math Intervention; Alternative Education Math Teacher Grades 9-12

Math Intervention (Alternative Education Math Teacher Grades 9-12)

Position Type:

High School - Certified Positions/Alternative Education

Date Posted:

12/18/2025

Location:

Kirkwood High School (KHS)

Date Available:

08/01/2026

Closing Date:

02/01/2026

Additional Information:
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Math Intervention (Alternative Education Math Teacher Grades 9 through 12) - Certified

Kirkwood High School is seeking a passionate, student focused, innovative math teacher (Alternative Education Math Teacher Grades 912) for the 26/27 school year. The candidate will differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all our students. The successful candidate will work with our students who are enrolled in our Pioneer Pathways Program.

Certification Requirements:
Valid Math 9 through 12 teaching certification (required) Additional certifications in special education or alternative education are a plus.

Required Qualifications

* Training and experience in trauma-informed practices

* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with hard-to-reach and at-risk students

* Strong classroom management skills grounded in relationship-building and restorative approaches

* Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Desired Characteristics

* Flexible and adaptable to changing student needs and schedules

* Outside-the-box thinker who uses innovative instructional strategies

* Patient, empathetic, and culturally responsive

* Creative problem-solver with a growth mindset

* Strong advocate for student success

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver engaging, standards-aligned math instruction for grades 912 in an alternative setting

* Differentiate instruction to meet diverse academic, behavioral, and emotional needs

* Build trusting relationships with students to increase engagement and attendance

* Implement trauma-informed and restorative practices in the classroom

* Collaborate with counselors, administrators, and support staff to develop individualized student plans

* Monitor and document student progress and adjust instruction as needed

* Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

This is a full-time certified teaching position, with benefits, including:

* Medical, dental, & vision insurance

* Inclusion in the PSRS retirement system

* A robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

* Ability to enroll staff member's own children at KSD schools

Salary is based on the Certified Salary Schedule, dependent on relevant education & experience.

Kirkwood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sex, including pregnancy,

sexual orientation, and gender identity and other characteristics protected by law.

This information is subject to change.