Math Teacher (Anticipated Opening)

Position Type

High School Teaching/Mathematics

Location

Wethersfield High School

Date Available

8/18/2025

Closing Date

until filled

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ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Wethersfield Public Schools

Wethersfield, CT

Wethersfield High School

Math Teacher (Anticipated Opening)

Date Posted: April 2025

The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning.

Wethersfield High School has an opening for a Math Teacher. The candidate will be responsible for the creation and implementation of engaging lessons aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). We are looking for a motivated and dedicated professional with superior collaboration skills to fill this opening.

Position: Math Teacher (Anticipated Opening)

School: Wethersfield High School

Reports To: Assistant Principal / Principal

Start Date: August 18, 2025 (start of 2025-2026 school year)

Compensation: $56,162 - $111,280 (full-time annual)

Application Date: Posting will remain open until filled

Summary of Position: We are seeking a passionate and innovative Math Teacher dedicated to creating a highly engaging learning environment that aligns with our Vision of the Graduate skills-Communicator, Problem-Solver, and Collaborator-equipping students for success in an ever-evolving world. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, student-centered learning environment that promotes problem-solving, inquiry-based learning, and mathematical reasoning. The ideal candidate may have experience implementing research-based programs such as Illustrative Mathematics, Agile Mind, Desmos Math, and Amplify. They should also implement research-based strategies, such as those referenced in Building Thinking Classrooms, to foster deep mathematical understanding and student engagement.

The Math Teacher will promote the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assess student needs and progress, and plan instruction to achieve meaningful learning objectives, including those tailored for exceptional learners. The ideal candidate will accomplish these goals through effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues and by utilizing engaging, inquiry-based techniques and materials in a supportive and dynamic classroom environment.

Preferred candidates will have a demonstrated ability to create a collaborative learning culture that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and deep mathematical understanding.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and create lesson plans aligned with the district's curriculum and the state's core educational standards, and deliver instructional activities consistent with the targeted learning;
• Create, organize and utilize learning activities (discussions, projects and assessments) designed to enhance classroom teaching, support optimal learning, and develop new skills;
• Encourage student learning through peer collaboration and productive discussion;
• Adapt math curriculum for individual, small group and targeted support to meet student needs;
• Guide students, individually and in groups, in preparing for different types of assessments;
• Collaborate with colleagues in the development and utilization of unit lessons and learning assessments;
• Integrate technology and interactive resources to support student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement through formal and informal testing, and use the data to drive instruction and intervention;
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning;
• Provide on-going feedback to students through the use of formative assessments.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master's Degree is preferred, but not required;
• Position requires the appropriate CT Certification in Mathematics (029);
• Familiarity with instructional programs such as Illustrative Mathematics, Agile Mind, Amplify, and Building Thinking Classrooms is preferred;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form;
• Ability to meet deadlines with time constraints;
• Ability to handle and treat information confidentially;
• Ability to plan and organize work schedule and set priorities;
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Ability to integrate instructional technology resources into district curriculum;
• Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills to lead teachers, parents, and members of the school community;
• Knowledge of best practice in instruction and assessment;
• Ability to author routine reports, analysis, and correspondence;
• Ability to speak effectively and succinctly before administrators, staff, parents, and students;
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
  
  

All Applicants Must Apply On-line At

https://www.applitrack.com/wethersfield/onlineapp/default.aspx

Wethersfield Public School System-Nondiscrimination Policy

The Wethersfield Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The Wethersfield Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity of expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. The Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding the Wethersfield Public School System's nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 127 Hartford Avenue, Wethersfield, CT 06109.