Mathematics Teacher

• Date Posted:
  8/20/2026
• Location:
  
  Cape Henlopen High School
• Closing Date:
  08/27/2026

Cape Henlopen High School School
Full-time, Permanent
School Year

The Secondary Mathematics Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing effective mathematics instruction for students in grades 9-12. The Secondary Math Teacher fosters a positive learning environment, develops engaging lesson plans, and supports students in developing strong mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Must hold state of Delaware initial or continuing license
• Must hold state of Delaware certification as a Secondary Mathematics Teacher
• Student teaching on a transcript

• Select instructional goals that are aligned with the Delaware content standards and the district or charter school's curricula. Goals are appropriate for learners and reflect high expectations for all students, consistent with State Assessment performance levels where applicable.
• Plan for learning activities that align with the instructional goals and support student learning. Instructional planning outlines the structure and selection of materials and activities that support student learning in relation to the district or charter school's curricula.
• Show his or her knowledge of content and how to teach it to a variety of learners. The teacher's plans include natural connections among content areas that deepen student learning. The content that he or she teaches is aligned to the district or charter school's curricula
• Show his or her knowledge of student developmental characteristics; approaches to learning, knowledge, and skills; interests; cultural heritage; and, where applicable, State Assessment performance levels.
• Create and/or select assessments that are congruent with instructional goals, criteria, and standards. The teacher plans for the use of formative and summative assessments of the teacher's students.
• Have clearly defined procedures for managing learning time, transitions between learning events, and routines that maximize learning time.
• Establish behavioral expectations and consequences and monitor student conduct. The teacher responds to student behavior in appropriate and effective ways to minimize disruptions.
• Create an atmosphere in which learning is valued. Teacher-to-student and student-to-student interactions demonstrate rapport grounded in mutual respect.
• Organizes, allocates, and manages physical space to create a safe learning environment. Uses physical resources to contribute to effective instruction and make resources accessible to all students.
• Teaches content that is appropriate, clear, and linked to student knowledge and experience. Content is aligned with the district or school's curricula. Activities and assignments engage all students. Instructional materials are suitable to the instructional goals. The instruction is coherent and paced appropriately for all students.
• Have a repertoire of instructional strategies and use them to modify lessons as needed. The teacher differentiates instruction based on learner characteristics and achievement data.
• Communication, both written and verbal, that is clear and appropriate to students' ages, backgrounds, and levels of understanding.
• Use questions appropriate to the content and students' level of understanding. The teacher encourages students to pose their own questions and is responsive to student questions. The teacher facilitates student-led discussions.
• Make the assessment criteria known to students, monitor students' progress, provide descriptive feedback, promote student self-assessment, and use data to plan future instruction.
• Share information about the school's educational program and expectations for student performance. Develop a mechanism for two-way communication with families about student progress, behavior, and personal needs or concerns.
• Keep records of attendance, disciplinary actions, emergency contact information, and personal information. The teacher shares relevant information with appropriate school personnel.
• Choose and participate in professional…