What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mathematics Teacher position at Salem School District?
Position Type :
High School Teaching / Mathematics
Date Posted : 2 / 26 / 2024
Location : Salem High School
Date Available : 08 / 22 / 2024
Closing Date :
Internal Closing 03 / 04 / 24 Under the general supervision of the Director of Math and Science, to develop students' skills and competence in one or more fields of mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus, or Statistics; develop students skills and abilities in mathematics and problem-solving, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.
Essential Functions
- Teaches knowledge and skills in one or more fields of mathematics, including Algebra, Geometry, Pre Calculus, Calculus, or Statistics, in accordance with a Common Core-based district curriculum.
- Promotes critical and creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences that engage and challenge students and best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday life.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Maintains familiarity with district, regional, and national standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within content area, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.
Additional Duties
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
