Classroom Teacher / Mathematics

Job Description:

General Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Schools, the Director of Math/Science

Curriculum, and building administration, the responsibilities of this position are solely working

with students. The math teacher is responsible, but not limited to, providing high quality lessons

that meet the needs and modalities of all learners, assessing student progress on

district/state-wide assessments to meet common core state standards, consistently

communicating with families, and effectively managing student behavior.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and differentiates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject

• specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses

• individual student requirements Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study

• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment

• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence, correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes,

• attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements

• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration

• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan

• Administers and develops subject specific assessments for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students

• Attend professional development opportunities that promote improved instructional strategies and support researched-based resource material needed to implement the

• intervention program successfully and support/maintain professional growth

• Follow district guidelines and policies

• Maintain proper professional conduct as defined in the Connecticut Code of Professional

Responsibilities for Teachers

• Keep in confidence all personal, student, or personnel records and information

• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Ansonia Public Schools curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum,

Ansonia Public Schools policies and effective instructional practices; thorough understanding of

the teaching and learning process; ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple

perspectives and multicultural education; ability to infuse technology into curriculum; ability to

work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students,

parents and community; ability to use diagnostic data to tailor instruction to meet the needs of

the student(s); excellent organizational, communication, and human relations skills.

Education and Experience

• Required certification: 029 Mathematics, 7-12 OR 229 Mathematics Middle School, 4-8

• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in current numeracy theory and effective mathematical/teaching practices

• A thorough knowledge of best practices and standards, including the district's curricula and the Common Core State Standards, and numeracy programming such as IXL,Freckle, and/or Math 180

• Demonstrated strengths in interpersonal skills, time management, organizational abilities

• and communication skills, both orally and written

• Demonstrated ability to use technology as communication and teaching tools

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education or the

• Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable

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