Math Specialist WAY Academy of Detroit

Position Type:

Administration

Date Posted:

7/12/2023

Location:

WAY Academy

Date Available:

Immediately

Closing Date:

Until Filled

District:

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Job Description

Find Your WAY Join WAY's Teaching Team

Welcome to an educational experience that encourages collaboration, achieving excellence, and a clear path to college and careers. Welcome to a place where every student is provided with a personalized, project based student-centered learning experience, unique in-school, and online environments with 24/7 live access to educators.

WAY provides young people with a world-class education so that he/she is prepared with the tools for success in life after graduating with a high school diploma. WAY is changing the way students are being taught by embracing the way they already learn.

Starting with one school in 2012 on Detroit's southwest side, the WAY Network of Charter Schools has grown to serve over 650 students from different communities at 3 separate locations in Detroit and Flint.

As WAY continues to grow in size and impact, we are always looking for great people to join our team and mission.

WAY Non-Negotiables:

* A history of achieving excellence

* A strong desire to work as part of a collaborative team

* Belief in WAY's approach to student-centered learning

* A professional history of over-delivery

Purpose of Job

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Math Specialist to join our team at [Company Name]. As a Math Specialist, you will play a crucial role in shaping the mathematical skills and academic success of our middle and high school students. This position offers an exciting opportunity to inspire young minds, create engaging lesson plans, and foster a love for mathematics.

Qualifications:

Michigan Secondary Teaching Certification

Salary

$65,000 inclued single person health benefits.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Proven experience teaching mathematics to middle and/or high school students.

* Strong knowledge of middle and high school math curricula, instructional strategies, and assessment methods.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.

* Passion for mathematics education and a commitment to promoting student success.

* Ability to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that accommodates diverse learners.

* Proficiency in utilizing educational technology and math-related software.

* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

* Develop and implement comprehensive math curricula aligned with educational standards for middle and high school students.

* Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and interactive math lessons that cater to the needs of diverse learners.

* Utilize various instructional strategies and resources to enhance student understanding and problem-solving abilities.

* Provide individual and group tutoring sessions to support struggling students and challenge advanced learners.

* Evaluate student performance through regular assessments and provide constructive feedback to facilitate growth and improvement.

* Collaborate with other math teachers to develop cohesive and interdisciplinary instructional approaches.

* Stay updated on the latest educational trends, teaching methodologies, and technological tools relevant to math education.

* Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active participation, critical thinking, and collaboration.

* Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

W-A-Y is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No W-A-Y employee will discriminate unlawfully against an applicant for employment or fellow employee because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability which is unrelated to the person's ability to do the job, or any other unlawful criteria.