Position Type:
High School Teaching/Mathematics

Date Posted:
5/31/2018

Location:
Velma Jackson High School

Date Available:
10/02/2018

Closing Date:
01/31/2019

Applicants must hold a valid Mississippi Educator License with endorsement code: 154 OR willing to complete an alternate route program. Send a letter of interest and resume (including references) to Mr. Carey Kirkland at ckirkland@madison-schools.com

Job Title: Secondary Math Teacher
Reports To: Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY
This position classification requires subject area expertise commonly associated with secondary teaching and instruction. Directly related coursework and endorsement is required to perform problem analysis using prescribed principles, methods and concepts. The position classification performs decision and analysis and makes decisions of considerable consequence, in determining how best to aid students in the learning process. The functional role of this position requires frequent meetings with school administrators, teachers, and other staff to communicate information, data and alternative problem solutions. This is a sedentary position classification that performs light work that involves sitting a portion of time, but require walking and standing for extended periods. This position requires accurate perceiving of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, handling, and working with materials and objects, and providing oral information.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess proper certification and current licensure for position as required by the Mississippi Department of EducationHold at least a valid Class "A" Certificate issued by the Mississippi State Department of Education and endorsed in the field of instruction to which he/she is assignedHave met other qualifications and requirements as established by the school district

ESSENTIALS DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary pupils, following the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.Utilizes and adopted course of study instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teacher outlines.

• Works closely with administration and staff to develop an appropriate instructional programDevelop instructional lessons commensurate with teaching assignment and consistent with adopted curriculumPlan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all studentsPrepare written plans for each day's lessonsEstablish appropriate plans for substitute teachersWork with specific program and special education staff to best serve the educational needs of all studentsCreate an environment that is conducive to learningDevelop reasonable rules of classroom behavior that complements district's philosophy on disciplineCommunicate expectations regarding student behavior to student and parent/guardianMonitor progress and interpret evaluation results of students on a regular basis and provide appropriate progress reports.Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and participate in in-service activitiesKeep a current inventor of classroom curriculum materials, supplies, and equipmentProvides learning experiences for student commensurate with their ability and interest and which promote high expectations for all students commensurate their ability and interest and which promote high expectations for all studentsDevelop written lesson plan containing specific performance objectivesMonitor student performance by becoming thoroughly familiar with the student's records and utilizing test data to improve instructionProvide a safe, orderly atmosphere conducive to learningDevelop and maintain a classroom discipline plan in keeping with School Board policies and proceduresBe responsible for supervision of students inside and outside the classroom as required by school board policyAssist in selecting supplies, materials, textbooks, and equipment to enhance learningParticipate in professional staff development activitiesStrive for excellence in all school related endeavorsCooperate with local and district staff in planning and implementing system-wide goals and objectivesAttend regular and called faculty meetingsKeep accurate records and provide students with feedback on completed assignmentsUpgrade teaching certificate as required by state certification standards and local district policyBe punctual and conscientious in school attendance and participate in related functions as assigned by the principalClear any absence, as far in advance as possible, with the principal or his/her designeeAssist in upholding and enforcing school rules and regulations, administrative procedures, and School board policiesMaintain good public relations with parents and studentsAssist in the continuing development of subject area curriculum objectivesMake provision for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable termsBe cognizant of the rules and regulations, policies, and procedures governing special education programs within the school districtBe knowledgeable of the district's curriculum, Mississippi Curriculum frameworks, Mississippi assessment System, FLE skills in his/her subject area(s)Participate cooperatively in the supervision-evaluation process for the purpose of improving instruction and student achievement.Assist other teachers in the instructional improvement processWork collegially with other teachers in the sharing of ideas and skillsPerform all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the principal in order to contribute to an effective school operation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard office setting and school/classroom combined with a server room. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract or employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Must hold a valid MS Educator License with the endorsement code: 154 Please email your Letter of Interest ans Resume to Mr. Carey Kirkland, Principal, at ckirkland@madison-schools.com