Teacher, Secondary - High School Math

Essential Duties & Position Responsibilities

Content Knowledge and Planning

• Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the following subject areas: Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus and Calculus I & II and must be able to teach the Science (Physics) as well.
• Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student
• Integrate available technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities
• Develop lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential 

Instructional Strategies

• Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences
• Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students
• Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning
• Monitor students’ understanding of the lesson and adjusts teaching when appropriate
• Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully
• Explain content and demonstrates skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students
• Hold each learner individually responsible for learning

Assessment

• Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed
• Effectively use both teacher-made and standardized tests, as appropriate, to measure student performance
• Use oral, non-verbal, and written forms of student assessment
• Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions
• Continuously monitor students’ progress before, during, and after instruction, and provide meaningful feedback
• Demonstrate competence in the use of acceptable grading/ranking/scoring practices in recording and reporting student achievement

Student Communication and Rapport

• Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication
• Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students
• Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect and active listening
• Model concern for students’ emotional and physical well being
• Seek and maintain positive interactions with students in all school settings

Classroom Management

• Enforce the school’s student behavior policy
• Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents
• Actively monitor student behavior and provide feedback in a constructive manner to students and parents
• Establish routines that promote learning and minimize disruption
• Structure transitions in an efficient and constructive manner
• Manage emergency situations, as they occur, in school settings

Professional Demeanor and Development

• Maintain a professional appearance and deportment.
• Interact with colleagues and students in an ethical and professional manner.
• Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations.
• Select appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems, and maintains confidentiality.
• Complete all classroom and school assignments and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner.
• Participate in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, course work and committees or membership in professional organizations.
• Explore and apply knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues.
• Identify areas of personal strength and weakness and seek improvement of skills and professional performance.

School Community and Culture

• Initiate communication with parents or guardians concerning student progress or problems in a timely manner.
• Respond promptly to parental concerns and encourage parental involvement.
• Interact with parents and the community by providing useful information regarding the school.
• Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, sharing teaching insights and coordinating student learning.
• Serve on school committees and support school activities.
• Contribute to the development of the profession by serving as a teacher, mentor, peer coach, and/or supervisor to practicing teachers, student teachers, or student workers.
• Support school goals and initiatives.