Mathematics Teacher

Middle School Math Teacher - GCPS Sweetwater Middle School

Do you have a passion for teaching and learning? Do you desire an impactful and purposeful career where Math is a part of your everyday language? If so, GCPS has an awesome opportunity just for you!

Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS), the largest school district in Georgia, serves more than 178,000 students across 143 schools and employs over 24,000 dedicated professionals. Recognized for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and diversity, GCPS prepares students to thrive in an ever-evolving global society through forward-thinking educational opportunities.

Sweetwater Middle School is a leader in Math excellence and is searching for a dynamic educator to join our team. In addition, Sweetwater has been recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as a Distinguished Behavior School, won First Place for the LEGO League for Best Robot Design, and the Dual Language Program has received the GCPS PEAK award (Professionalism, Experience, Achievement, and Knowledge).

The school and administration team are committed to supporting the community and students' needs and believe every student can achieve.

License and Certification

Qualifications:

• Meets Georgia certification requirements in appropriate field of education Required

Education

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s Degree in applicable field of education from a Professional Standards Commission (PSC) approved college or university Required

Experience

Qualifications:

• Previous teaching experience Preferred

Skills

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) curriculum with in-depth knowledge of content in field of certification
• Knowledge of techniques for integrating curriculum, GCPS policies, and effective instructional practices
• Ability to understand the teaching/learning process
• Ability to infuse technology into instruction to increase student learning
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, and school based staff, students, parents, and community
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective human relations skills

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.