High School Math Teacher

Qualifications

• B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching.
• State of Michigan certification in teaching in appropriate subject area.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to understand procedures and function in a school system with regard to special education’s role in the overall education of a student.
• Prior experience in urban education and Title I funded schools.
• Ability to work cooperatively with parents, students, district staff, and community members who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse.
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents, students, and staff verbally and in writing.
• Commitment to collaboration and teaming and effectiveness in working within a professional learning community.
• Evidence of continuous professional learning and a commitment to participate in professional growth opportunities and self reflection on professional practice.
• Bilingual skills.
• Successful experience teaching in a diverse student environment.
• Successful experience in a team teaching environment.

Essential Functions for the Teacher Job Description

• Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans.
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.
• Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student.
• Plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each student’s abilities.
• Teach and mentor students in class, in small groups, and one-on-one.
• Implement IEPs and individual Behavior Plans, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.
• Update caseload IEPs throughout the school year to reflect student progress and goals.
• Complete progress reports based on student data.
• Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Develop lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.

Benefits

• 401(k)401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance