What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Math Teacher position at Hmong College Prep Academy?
Description
Responsible for instructing high school students from grades 9-12. Create a flexible classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth. Instruct students in the subject area of mathematics and create a well-rounded comprehensive instructional program. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation for further education. Establish collaborative relationships with parents and other staff members.
Requirements
Required Qualifications: Current MN teaching license in mathematics for grades 5-12
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3 years of teaching experience
- Experience working with children of diverse ethnic backgrounds in an urban school setting
Summary
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; Teacher Duty Days per the School Calendar
Plan Year: (2021-2022 School Year)
Pay: Starting salary is based on college degrees, certifications and K-12 teaching experience in the U.S.
Benefits: A benefit summary is available at www.hcpak12.org/Page/136
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong skills in classroom presentation and management.
- Knowledge of instructional technologies.
- Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and learning styles.
- Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.
- Knowledge of the core curriculum areas the teacher is responsible for instructing.
- Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student learning styles and abilities.
- Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
- Provides differentiated instructional methods and content to ensure student mastery of content
- Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations
- Ability to implement classroom activities that foster problem solving and critical thinking
- Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school goals and objectives.
- Ability to evaluate student performance and to present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement.
- Promotes a learning environment that is welcoming, respectful, friendly and academically challenging
- Strong interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work in a cooperative and collaborative learning environment.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Responsibilities:
- Provide instruction in the core curriculum areas for which employed; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
- Support the Minnesota Graduation and Common Core Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school and/or program to which assigned
- Evaluate student performance in accordance with systems used by school and/or District; promote student achievement; maintain required student records; make related reports to the principal as prescribed or authorized by the superintendent.
- Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing the conduct of students; take appropriate disciplinary action with students when necessary.
- Maintain accurate records including but not limited to attendance, grades, assessments and lesson plans via Schoology and/or PowerSchool
- Via Schoology, ensure all online class resources are current
- Connect with families via phone calls, emails, conferences and school events
- Foster a social environment with students to develop trust, respect, friendships and self-discovery
- Participate in professional development meetings/clusters providing student work when requested.
- Implement new learning in the classroom following professional development.
- Develop and work on new learning based on self-assessment, input from teacher leaders and director of teaching and learning.
- Utilize student achievement data to address strengths and weaknesses of students and guide instructional decisions.
- Adhere to MN Teachers Code of Conduct
- Volunteer for a minimum of three activities which take place outside of the normal school day.
- Supervise student activities which may include – bus duties, breakfast/lunch supervision and hall monitoring
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting
- Other related duties as assigned
Other Information:
- Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. Official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of start date.
- Reference and criminal background checks will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Hmong College Prep Academy District is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Secondary Science & Mathematics Teachers: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location