Teacher - Secondary Mathematics

Mathematics Teacher

Job Goal:
To help students develop critical-thinking abilities by gaining an understanding of mathematic concepts.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Education.
• Possess or be eligible for certification in the area of Secondary Mathematics in Delaware.
• Mastery of the necessary content knowledge and skills to successfully teach and deliver exceptional standards-based instruction in Mathematics and grade level that ensures academic growth.
• Demonstrates success in improving student achievement proficiency levels in Mathematics with low-performing students.
• Proficiency in automated student information systems for progress and grade reporting and class work documentation and ability to integrate technology into instructional delivery.
• Exceptional classroom management, organization, planning, instructional delivery, leadership, and technical skills and the ability to utilize differentiated instructional methods to engage students in positive learning experiences.
• Outstanding ability to motivate and build relationships with students and parents to promote student achievement and strengthen community partnerships.
• Commendable history of effective leadership, extra-curricular participation, an acceptable attendance record, and exemplary performance.

Essential Functions:

• Develop daily and unit lesson plans and a scope and sequence that are thoughtful, goal-oriented and aligned with curriculum and integrate technology; maintain pace of learning and provide opportunities for student differences; and check for student understanding and convey appropriately high expectations for students.
• Carefully plan for substitute teachers when unable to attend school and relate lessons to the state content standards in the core content areas as well as in specific content area.
• Create and maintain a classroom environment to encourage all students to be engaged and work toward meeting the standards; maintain accurate, thorough records of student achievement and behavioral performance; and complete progress and grade reports promptly and as scheduled using automated systems.
• Promote a high rate of student interest and provide prompt and specific feedback in a constructive manner and opportunities for active participation; demonstrate fairness and consistency in dealing with students; and speak and write clearly, correctly, and at an appropriate level for student understanding.
• Comply with policies, regulations and procedures of school district and building; communicate effectively with parents and work collaboratively with staff.
• Display high level professional conduct and image at all times; establish and maintain an acceptable attendance record; and participate in extra-curricular activities and/or leadership roles outside the classroom.
• Continue to grow as a professional educator with classes/workshops for professional development in specific areas of interest and/or need and coaching and feedback from administrators and peers.
• Perform other duties and/or complete special projects as assigned.