What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Math Teacher (Geometry/Algebra) - Eugenio Maria de Hostos position at Charter Champions of Rochester?
JOB TITLE: HIGH SCHOOL MATH TEACHER (Geometry, Algebra)
FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)
SALARY RANGE: $50K - $60K
School Description:
Eugenio María de Hostos Charter School is a K-12 school serving over 900 students. EMHCS offers a dual
language program in grades K-2 and a Spanish Language Arts program for grades 3-12. Our school
collaborates with staff, students, and parents to create partnerships for learning. It is the mission of the
Eugenio María de Hostos Charter School to create a safe and nurturing community of learners where
students earn the Seal of Biliteracy (English and Spanish), learn to advocate for social justice, and are
prepared to enjoy and access what the world has to offer.
Summary of Position:
The math teacher will instruct students in the field of mathematics. It can include general math and/or
any of the fields within mathematics such as algebra, geometry, statistics, and calculus. Teacher will
instruct students, in grades nine through twelve. The teacher will help students build on fundamentals
they learned in middle school to prepare them for graduation. Teacher will teach a few subjects or one
specialized subject. Under the general supervision of the building principal and administrators, the
teacher is responsible to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills
through implementing the core curriculum.
Essential Functions:
- Develops and administers school core curriculum.
- Promotes a classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group instruction and
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning
- Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication
- Communicates the level of student achievement and progress toward established classroom,
- Ensures that students’ conduct conforms with the standards and policies at EMHCS and
atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate
- Participates in professional development opportunities, staff meetings, committees and school-
- Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day.
- Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records as required by law and school policy.
- Follows State Education Department Regulations.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor and CEO.
- A commitment to the vision and mission of the school
- Acceptance, appreciation and respect for cultural diversity
- A Commitment to continuous professional growth
- A commitment to work cooperatively and effectively with other staff members
- A sense of flexibility in working with an expanding school
- A commitment and passion for improving the education of children
- The ability to reflect on one’s own performance
Skills and Abilities:
- Must have experience working with school-age children in a structured setting
- Must obtain a clear background check through fingerprinting
- Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
- Must be available for meetings and trainings outside working hours as needed
- Must have the ability to reflect on one’s own performance
- Must be committed to work the full school year and summer as needed
- Must be able to interact positively with others individually and in teams
- Must be sensitive to each family’s values, beliefs, traditions and cultural influences
Education / Experience:
- Master’s Degree Preferred
- Successful prior teaching experience preferred
- Must have a New York State Teacher Certification or in progress
- Spanish a plus, but only required for bilingual positions
- Working knowledge of word processing, internet applications, and computer literacy
Physical Demands:
This position does require occasional standing, squatting frequent sitting and lifting of up to
approximate 10lbs
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000
