What are the responsibilities and job description for the 8th Grade Mathematics Teacher position at TeachIowa?
Due to retirement, Sioux Center Community School District is seeking a highly motivated 8th Grade Mathematics Teacher beginning with the 2025-2026 school year.
We are looking for a passionate 8th Grade Math Teacher to join our middle school team. The ideal candidate will develop and implement engaging lesson plans, assess and support student progress, and create a positive classroom environment. Key responsibilities include delivering clear instruction, managing classroom behavior, and collaborating with colleagues and parents. Qualifications include appropriate state teaching licensure and certification.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum)
- Iowa Teaching License (with appropriate endorsements)
- Mandatory Reporter: Child Abuse
- Mandatory Reporter: Dependent Adult Abuse
Responsibilities
- Planning and presenting lessons to facilitate students' understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
- Prepare materials and classroom for class activities.
- Implement instructional programs within guidelines of district curriculum.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
- Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Maintain an inventory of classroom instructional supplies, textbooks, and materials, and exercise control of the care of the same.
- Be informed of the educational philosophy, goals, and policies of the district.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Maintain district policies and regulations.
- Participate in initiating, implementing and coordinating any changes in curriculum.
- Perform other duties as delegated by the building administration and in compliance with the negotiated agreement.
- Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Desired Skills and Abilities
- Experience as a math teacher
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Time management
- Strong decision making and problem solving
- General knowledge of computer software
Employment Information:
- FLSA Classification: Exempt, full-time
- Salary based on education, experience, and/or qualifications
- Benefits:
- Health, Life, and LTD insurance;
- IPERS retirement benefits;
- Personal and Sick Leave allocations
Position open until filled. To apply, please send letter of interest, resume, teacher application, transcripts and a copy of teaching certificate & credentials to: humanresources@scwarriors.org Teaching application available on school website: https://www.scwarriors.org/en-us/job-opportunities-ca2ae872
