Mathematics Teacher

Position Type:

Middle School Teaching/Mathematics Teacher

Date Posted:

6/30/2022

Location:

Perth Amboy, NJ

Date Available:

immediately

Closing Date:

04/30/2024

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Job Title: Mathematics Teacher

Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work: Full-Time Position. Monday

• Friday 7:50 a.m.

• 4:00 p.m.

Reports to: School Principal

Essential Functions:

• Deliver effective, high-quality, rigorous instruction in the content areas that produce high levels of student achievement, both academic and linguistic; as given to you in the school curriculum and planned for in your lesson plans.

• Deliver exceptional aligned and standards-based instruction in assigned content area(s) and grade levels(s) that ensure academic growth for all students; as evidenced in your lesson planning from the school curriculum

• Develop daily and unit lesson plans that are thoughtful, thematic, goal-oriented and aligned with curriculum, and carefully planned lessons for substitutes when unable to attend school;

• Differentiate instruction for students of different linguistic, cultural and academic backgrounds, as well as for students with different learning styles;

• Possess and maintain a mastery of the content knowledge area and skills to successfully teach assigned content area(s) and grade(s);

• Develop relevant materials and adapt existing curricula to meet the needs of students;

• Possess a high level of technological understanding and a willingness to take advantage of professional development opportunities in the area of technology and assessment, as well as immersion education and related areas;

• Maintain adequate records of students' achievement and behavioral performance on school's online management system and complete report cards promptly;

• Communicate regularly with parents regarding homework assignments, current content areas, achievement of academic goals, as well as classroom performance and behavior. Maintain accurate records of all parent communication and meetings;

• Be available for parent/teacher conferences, parent/student orientations, awards nights and Graduation ceremonies;

• Establish a good working relationship with other teaching professionals, for integration of best practices into the classroom and into the curriculum;

• Implement the school-wide discipline policies in the classroom and throughout the school; and attend disciplinary hearings as needed;

• Maintain a neat, clean classroom environment that enhances learning;

• Attend regular faculty meetings, PLC meetings, Departmental meetings and PICCS-TIF training and professional development sessions.

Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Vice Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment:

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements:

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

• Knowledge of the identified language, in terms of grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, and literature.

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

• Ability to organize and coordinate work.

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications:

• Hold a valid New Jersey certificate in Teacher of Mathematics.

Educational Background and Work Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's Degree preferred.

• At least two years urban teaching experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Work in a standard office setting and school building environment, walking, climbing up and down stairwells. Depending on the duty, the employee may have to lift and / or move objects up to 10 pounds.

Qualification Profile: Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for the successful execution of the aforementioned functions would be qualifying.

Terms of Employment:

• 10 Month Contract

Attachment(s):

• Math Teacher JD.pdf