MS and HS Math Teachers

SUMMARY

Under the leadership of the Assistant Director of Academics, the Teacher is to work with and teach middle and/or high school students to ensure their success in a college preparatory program.  The Teacher provides effective instruction and support in curricular areas for which employed; utilizes various instructional resources and technologies; demonstrates knowledge of the teaching/learning process; develops and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of a diverse student population; maintain contact and communication with parents and Student Life staff; and works effectively with administrators, colleagues, and all members of the school community.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Collaborate in a strong team environment to:

• Establish and maintain an engaging middle and/or high school learning environment conducive to student success
• Promote and support a middle and/or high school program with promotion based upon standards mastery
• Communicate knowledge in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner, using a variety of instructional methodologies, curriculum resources, and materials
• Examine student assessment data to  guide and improve instruction
• Promote high levels of learning in an engaging and effective manner using a variety of instructional methodologies, curriculum resources, and materials
• Integrate literacy strategies into the instructional framework
• Differentiate instruction to reach all learners
• Plan, organize and deliver appropriate lessons for assigned area(s) of responsibility, and submit lesson plans to the Principal on an as-requested basis
• Collaborate with coworkers on planning, professional development,  standards-based curriculum, and common assessment design to contribute to the continuous improvement of instruction at the school
• Assess students’ learning in a professional the manner and communicate students’ progress to parents and fellow teachers to facilitate future instruction.
• Identify the special needs of students and seek additional support, as needed
• Maintain and submit necessary records, progress reports, and grade reports
• Participate in faculty meetings, workshops, staff development programs, and other school-sponsored activities
• Participate in summer programming which may include direct service to incoming and returning SEED youth and curriculum work with colleagues
• Assist in general building supervision and the discipline of students outside of the classroom
• Adhere to the professional and ethical standards as outlined in the SEED Staff Manual

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 Bachelors’ degree in the related field is required

Master’s in the related field and/or prior teaching experience highly desired.

• Active teaching certificate (grades 6-12) or (grades 6-8)  in Math is required