8 Grade Math Teacher (.FTE

Job Summary

To help each pupil develop competence in basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each pupil to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; and to encourage pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

• Teaches courses in mathematics to middle school pupils using appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing discovery and laboratory learning methods.
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, calculators, computers, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids to the interest and maturity level of pupils; maintains required inventory records.
• Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil's progress.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty committees.
• Adapts the curriculum to provide individual, small-group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual pupil.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with Middle School Math endorsement.

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