Anticipated High School Math Teacher (25-26 School Year)

Do you have a passion for making math come alive for students and sparking their love for learning? We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and motivated High School Math Teacher to join our dynamic team for an anticipated opening for the 2025-26 school year! At Gilford School District, we believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment where learners are empowered to develop critical thinking skills, creative solutions, and self-direction. As a High School Math teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the minds of tomorrow, encouraging learners to think critically, ask bold questions, and embrace challenges. We are looking for someone who: • Has a strong passion for teaching math and making complex concepts accessible to all learners. • Is committed to creating a classroom culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and growth. • Seeks to challenge learners to think critically and develop the skills they need to succeed in the real world. • Can cultivate an environment where self-direction, curiosity, and independent problem-solving thrive. • Holds a NHDOE license or Statement of Eligibility (required), and has experience in secondary education (preferred). Why Choose Gilford School District? • We offer competitive salary & benefits. • We are a supportive, close-knit school community. • Opportunities for professional growth and development. • A chance to make a lasting impact on learners’ futures! If you’re ready to make a difference and inspire learners to think big, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of a school that values creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for education. Let’s work together to help learners add to their knowledge and subtract any limits to their potential! Responsibilities: • Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences in accordance with established curriculum. • Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. • Utilize data to inform instruction and adapt curriculum. • Assist in review and revision of curriculum and collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment. • Ensure that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program and seek appropriate assistance/support when necessary. • Maintain effective and efficient record keeping procedures and report progress in accordance with school/district requirements. • Provide a positive and safe instructional environment in which students are encouraged to be respectful and actively engaged in the learning process. • Establish reasonable classroom rules and procedures which help to maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner. • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (to include e-mail, websites, etc.), with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis. • Plan and supervise assignments for all who come under his/her charge including student teachers, aides, and volunteers, and, in cooperation with supervisor, evaluate the performance of each. • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and colleagues and model professional behaviors including maintaining appropriate professional boundaries with students. • Assume responsibility for meeting his/her curricular and school student performance goals. • Participate in trainings and other in-service activities as required and attend staff meetings. • Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating, and collaborating. • Assist administration in implementing all policies and/or rules and regulations of the school and district governing student conduct. • Be available to students and parents/guardians outside of the normal instructional day, as necessary. • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. • All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree or higher. • NH certification in appropriate endorsement area(s) or Statement of Eligibility. • Possesses strong oral and written communication skills. • Able to work independently with little direct supervision and to work collaboratively as part of a team. • Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve school/district goals. • Displays effective multi-tasking and time management skills. • Able to utilize all required and recommended Gilford School District instructional technology tools and applications. Pay: • Commensurate with experience and in alignment with collective bargaining agreement. Schedule/Expected Hours: • As defined in the agreement between Gilford School District and the Gilford Education Association. Benefits: • 403(b) • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement Essential Physical Abilities: • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively. • Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to review a wide variety of materials in electronic or hardcopy form. • Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a personal computer, interactive board, telephone and related equipment. • Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to function within the school environment and maintain a safe classroom environment. • The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. Generally, the job requires 40% sitting, 20% walking, and 40% standing. Sufficient stamina to be able to perform normal classroom duties and additional duties required. Work Location and Environment: • Classroom environment. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. Possible exposure to bodily fluids. NHDOE certification or statement of eligibility is required. Gilford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.