High School Math Teacher

High School Math Teacher

Job Description

The Hallsville School District, a 4-day calendar school, is accepting applications for a high school math teacher for the  school year. Extra duty opportunities are also available for interested and qualified candidates.

This position is responsible for classroom instruction and training in math education for high school students.

• Plans and implements a program of study that, as much the individual needs, interests, and abilities of all students using data-driven decision-making.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of all students.
• Prepares for assigned classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to students for all lessons and units.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of individuals or student groups involved.
• Collaborates with administrators, colleagues, and parents positively and productively.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action, the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students regularly and provides progress reports as required.
• Evaluates the learning problems of students regularly, seeking assistance from District specialists as needed and/or required.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure while maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and appropriate manner.
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) where applicable.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as needed.
• Performs other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Hallsville R-IV School District.
• Support the implementation of PBIS strategies to promote positive behavior and a safe, respectful learning environment for students.

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on policies, regulations, and values, visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Reports To:

Building Principal and Assistant Principal

Minimum:
Bachelor’s degree;
Missouri teacher certificate in Mathematics 9-12

Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Language:
Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, Board policy, administrative procedures and forms and governmental regulations and guidance;
Read, analyze, and implement curriculum and assessment data to plan instruction;
Complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parents;
Present information effectively and respond to questions;
Write clear and complete lesson plans.

Computation:
Work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference, and analyze data for instruction;
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning:
Solve a variety of problems in many different situations;
Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form;
Apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students;
Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information and behavior as they pertain to student performance and achievement.

Other

Skills and Abilities:

Identify needs and abilities of individual students and to adapt instructional methods…