5-8 Middle School Math Teacher

Upper School Math Teacher Job Description

Position Overview: An Upper School Math Teacher is responsible for delivering quality mathematics instruction to students in grades 5 through 8. The teacher should foster a positive and faith-filled learning environment, helping students develop strong mathematical skills and a deep understanding of key concepts. This role involves creating lesson plans, assessing student progress, and collaborating with colleagues and parents to support student achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction:
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the grade-level standards.
• Teach a range of mathematical concepts, including 6th-8th grade mathematics and high school algebra and geometry.
• Adapt instruction to meet the varying learning styles and abilities of students including our accelerated math programming beginning in grade 4.
• Use a variety of teaching methods, including hands-on activities, interactive lessons, and technology integration.
• Promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and mathematical reasoning among students.
• Provide once a week on-site tutoring support before or after school.
• Provide a 4 week math bootcamp for students during the summer. Schedule and dates to be mutually agreed upon with school.
• Assessment and Feedback:
• Create and administer quizzes, tests, and assignments to evaluate student understanding.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student performance.
• Maintain detailed records of student progress and grades.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and make adjustments to teaching strategies.
• Provide placement testing for new students and returning students.
• Classroom Management:
• Maintain a positive, respectful classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Manage student behavior and foster a culture of responsibility, respect, and cooperation.
• Establish clear classroom rules and expectations.
• Address any discipline issues promptly and appropriately.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and staff to support interdisciplinary learning and school-wide initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, achievements, and areas of concern.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and school events.
• Professional Development:
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in math education, teaching strategies, and technology.
• Attend workshops, seminars, or conferences to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
• Reflect on personal teaching practices and seek feedback to continuously improve.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Teaching certification for middle school math (requirements vary by location).
• Strong knowledge of middle school math concepts and curriculum.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience in teaching or tutoring middle school students is preferred.

Desirable Skills:

• Familiarity with modern educational technology and digital resources.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Patience, creativity, and enthusiasm for teaching.

Work Environment:

• Full-time, in-person position, typically within a middle school setting.
• May involve extracurricular duties such as math clubs or tutoring sessions.

Compensation:

• Salaries vary depending on experience, location, and qualifications, typically with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Salary will be adjusted to reflect additional responsibilities outside the academic day.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Private school
• Religious school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Teaching: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Cedarburg, WI 53012 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cedarburg, WI 53012: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000