Secondary Math Teacher

Classroom Teacher - Math

The teaching position will vary according to the school, subject, and/or grade. Most school teacher jobs contain elements of each of these typical responsibilities including teaching, student management, administrative tasks, and extracurricular activities. All employees agree to follow Board Policy, as well as abide by the rules of the District’s Procedural Manual and Common Contract.

General Purpose:

Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences - this may include explaining new ideas and unfamiliar concepts with authority, and clearly and concisely so that students can understand

Develop schemes of work and lesson plans

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Prepare the classroom for class activities

Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities

Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs

Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment

Use relevant technology to support instruction

Observe and evaluate student's performance and development

Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments

Provide appropriate feedback on work

Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students

Maintain accurate and complete records of student's progress and development

Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies, and school regulations

Prepare required reports on students and activities

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures

Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school

Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary

Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings

Communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs

Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution

Meet professional teacher education requirements of the school, district, and state

Single-subject teaching credential or certification if teaching a specialized subject

State certification

Relevant teaching experience

Knowledge of relevant technology

Non-licensed applicants: An Associate Educator License (AEL) from the Utah State Board of Education is required. [Here is the link to apply.] *This must be obtained before your start date

Employee is required to obtain an ESL Endorsement by the end of the 4th year of employment. Failure to do so may impact continued employment.

Preference for those able to teach multiple contents

Key Competencies:

Self-motivation

High energy level

Verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

High work standards

Problem-solving

Decision making

Organizing and planning

Learning orientation

Critical thinking

Stress tolerance

Flexibility and adaptability

Initiative

Creativity

Patience

Performance Responsibilities:

Be familiar with and abide by school district policies, and stay current on changes in such policies through procedures described by the Board

Establishes and fosters a cooperative working relationship with the staff of the building to which the teacher is assigned, as well as with other District personnel

Exercise mature and professional judgment in teaching and associations with staff and students

Demonstrates high standards of professionalism and ethical conduct

Maintains current certification in appropriate teaching areas

Teaches the District standards in the assigned area, utilizes effective planning for each day’s teaching/learning activities, clarifies goals and objectives of lessons and assignments, diagnoses and prescribes for student academic and effective strengths and weaknesses, evaluates student progress and achievement, and continually seeks to motivate students for the learning tasks at hand

Provides for reasonable care and safety of students who are assigned to them at all times - Responsible for the daily safekeeping of students in their charge; must have the ability to safely escort assigned students off school premises or otherwise manage students while in emergencies - This includes following all appropriate crisis management protocol used by the District

Provides proper care and reasonable security for all District property in their custody

Seeks to establish a school climate, which will promote appropriate student discipline

Consistently supports and assists the building staff in maintaining order and discipline among students

Actively participates in Professional Learning Community discussions at grade and subject levels

Utilizes instructional materials and other educational resources in a competent and effective manner

Makes use of technology for instructional purposes as well as for record-keeping, administrative, and other non-instructional uses as may be required

Performs such other tasks and duties as assigned by the supervisor