What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Summer School - Math Mindset Teacher (3 positions available) position at Richmond Community School District?
Job Description:
Individual will be responsible for teaching the Macomb Intermediate School District – designed program which is offered for students entering grades 6, 7, or 8 who believe mathematics is not their strength. The goal is to communicate brain research to math students and teach them through an approach that is open, creative, and visual. The term “growth mindset” comes from the work of Carol Dweck. Her studies show that everyone holds ideas about their own potential. Students with a fixed mindset are those who are more likely to give up easily, whereas students with a growth mindset are those who keep on going even when work is hard, and who are persistent.?
Position Department:?Summer School
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Report to:?Billie Sczepaniak, Director of Curriculum and Educational Services
?Teacher Hours:?
- 8:00am-11:20am (including breakfast and lunch supervision)
- 40 minutes of daily paid prep time
- Total hours per day: 4
Teacher Days:?
- Student Program Dates: June 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27
- MISD In-Person Training (compensation provided by MISD): June 11, 8:30am-3:00pm
- Pre-Program set-up: June 12; 9:00am-12:00pm (3 hours)
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Qualifications:
- Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
- Exemplary experience in teaching middle school mathematics.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with and engage students.
- Enthusiastic, energetic, and positive professional with a growth mindset.
- Preferred participation in Number Talks training at the Macomb ISD (not required).??????
- Must be available during the time requirements of the position.
- Certification in CPR and first aid?required
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Responsibilities:
- Provide effective instructional methods based on a daily schedule outlined in training.
- Administer pre and post assessments.
- Submit attendance records.
- Plan appropriate instruction to support diverse student needs.
- Supervise students during breakfast and lunch.
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Expectations:
It is imperative that chosen teachers are enthusiastic, positive professionals who possess the energy to make a difference in student learning in a short time. The social emotional development of all young children is the key to maximizing the benefits of educational experiences at any time.?
