Math Teacher, Clayton High School

The School District of Clayton is seeking a Math teacher for the 2019-2020 school year at Clayton High School. The successful candidate will have an academic background in mathematics. High School Math teachers guide students to see the interconnectedness and application of the mathematics topics they study.

Our district values the ability to work with diverse students and colleagues; success in creating inclusive classrooms; and experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives.

The Successful Candidate:

Is knowledgeable about high school philosophy and the developmental needs of adolescents and will be able to present the curriculum using a problem-centered approach

Demonstrates appropriate long and short term preparation for classroom instruction

Holds high expectations for all students and serves as a facilitator of student learning

Organizes and uses a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each child, individually and in group settings

Assesses student progress, provides students and parents with specific feedback, and uses the results of district and state data to adjust instruction as needed

Provides opportunities for academic support and challenge

Takes responsibility for teaching the District curriculum as outlined in the curriculum documents

Demonstrates an understanding of how knowledge in their subject areas is created, organized, and linked to other disciplines and life experiences

Keeps abreast of current developments in their field and continues to deepen understanding of the discipline(s)

Establishes and maintains a functional, attractive, orderly, and safe classroom environment that is conducive to student learning and builds a sense of community

Education: Bachelor's Degree required. Major or Minor in content area required. Master's Degree preferred.

Certification: Missouri teacher certification, with required endorsements for subject and level assigned.

Experience: Preferred.

Compensation: Highly-competitive salary. http://www.clayton.k12.mo.us/page/679

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package http://www.claytonschools.net/Page/15975

FLSA Status: Exempt, Professional Exemption-Teacher.

Work Calendar: 192 day calendar http://www.clayton.k12.mo.us/page/648 .

Please understand that in order to be considered as a candidate you must complete all steps in the application process. These steps include completing the online application; uploading your cover letter, resume, and transcripts; listing three current references; and completion of the Teacher EPI Assessment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the School District of Clayton not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment practices as required by Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Full Non-Discrimination Disclosure http://www.claytonschools.net/Page/10909


Primary Location: Clayton High School
Salary Range: Per Year
Shift Type: Full-Time

Job Contact Information
Name: Nicole Birkmann
Title: Human Resources Specialist
Phone: 314-854-6032
Email: nicolebirkmann@claytonschools.net