What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Math Teacher position at The Independence School?
The Middle School Math Teacher is a creative, passionate, and student-centered educator who demonstrates superior and current knowledge of math education and best practices and is able to elicit deep, engaging, and active learning for all students. This teacher is proficient in expanding students’ knowledge related to secondary school level math including Pre-algebra, Algebra I, and Geometry, as well as developing critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
Professional Attributes
- High energy and enthusiasm with the ability to learn quickly, make an immediate impact, and implement new initiatives
- Flexibility and openness to creating a variety of assignments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, displaying the ability to connect and build relationships with employees, students, and parents
- Confidence in professional aptitude with the ability to effectively convey skills and knowledge.
- Positive team player with a strong desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of the School
- Supports and aligns with the School’s mission, values, and policies
- Commitment to fostering and supporting a safe and healthy atmosphere and an inclusive community
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the School’s math curriculum
- Teach math using a variety of methods, including exploration, discussion, demonstrations, reflection, performance, and technology
- Assess student progress and provide feedback to students and parents/guardians
- Create a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and success
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create interdisciplinary projects and activities
- Advise a small group of students in the Character Development Program
- Attend meetings and as a lifelong learner pursue professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on evidence based practices in math education
- Use the 90-acre campus throughout the curriculum as an ideal place for investigation and inspiration
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or above in secondary level math education, or a related field
- At least 2 years of experience teaching math at the middle or high school level
- Excellent time management skills and ability to switch between tasks and prioritize work
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Aptitude to learn new systems, software, and platforms, including student information systems
- Comfortable in a Windows environment and with Google Workspace/MS Office
- High level of confidentiality and discretion
The Middle School Math Teacher is a 10-month position and follows the academic calendar.
