Math TEAMS Teacher

POSITION

TEAMS Classroom Teacher (Math and Science)

MAEF Public Charter Schools (MPCS)

Mobile, Alabama

Reports to:

Network Principal

Salary:
Salary Schedule for TEAMS Teachers  (189 days)

Additional compensation based on years of experience and degree level

Performance Incentives based upon network academic performance

Position Overview

ACCEL Academy, recognized throughout for its forward-thinking and progressive culture, is seeking classroom teachers. Effective teachers who continually learn and set high expectations are the key to student academic achievement and success. At MAEF Public Charter Schools, we believe students will rise to meet the high expectations our team of educators set. The ideal candidate for this role will possess a genuine concern for students and their subject, resilience, a growth mindset, adaptability, and passion.

We hope to develop a genuine community of practice in which teachers play a vital role in developing curriculum and instructional strategies for educating students.

Essential Functions

* Develop lesson plans that ensure the attainment of state learning standards and the additional specific grade-by-grade learning standards outlined in the network.

* Coordinate lesson plans with other teachers to maximize possibilities for teaching similar topics in the same general time frame; thus, reinforcing student knowledge on an interdisciplinary basis.

* Provide direct and indirect instruction.

* Conduct long and short-term planning, addressing the individual needs of students.

* Prepare students adequately for all required assessments.

* Evaluate student's progress through frequent formative assessments.

* Provide an inviting, exciting, innovative learning environment.

* Engage in effective and appropriate classroom management.

* Report directly to the Principal.

* Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from administrative staff.

* Serve as an advisor to students, overseeing their academic and behavioral progress.

* Perform other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Principal.

Ability to:

* Demonstrate communication skills-model correct use of language, oral and written.

* Engage the interest of school-age children.

* Work with diverse children, including those with special needs.

* Be flexible and work in a pleasant and cooperative manner.

* Work well with parents.

* Work effectively as a team member.

* Evaluate tests and measurements of achievement.

* Possess a high degree of professionalism and discretion.

* Demonstrate willingness to be held accountable for student results.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree from a 4-year accredited college or university

* Valid teaching certification in middle and high school math and science; or valid license required for the employment content area

* Demonstrated expertise in the subject matter and/or direct subject-area teaching experience

* Teach full-time approved math and/or science courses in grades 6-12 with the appropriate endorsements and

* Currently hold or plan an advanced credential from either the National Institute for or STEM Education or National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Certification in math or science.

Terms:

Nine (9) month, 189-day contract with a salary established by the Board in terms of the Administrative Provisions and based on experience and qualifications.

Salary:
Salary Schedule for TEAMS Teachers

Additional salary is based on years of experience and degrees.

Performance incentives based upon network academic performance.

Benefits:
Full-time employees receive health benefits through the Alabama Public Education Employees' Health Insurance Program (PEEHIP) and retirement benefits through the Alabama Teacher Retirement System.

The board members seek a transformational educator who will lead the personalized learning environment. All interested candidates should apply and adhere to the following steps:

* Email your resume and cover letter to:

Note:

Your cover letter must include a response to the following essay question:
In 100-400 words, please explain why you are an excellent candidate to lead the students of ACCEL Academy, including any experience and specific data/accomplishments that will…