What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Math Teacher position at Clark School for Creative Learning?
The Clark School is searching for a full-time Math Teacher to teach classes to students in grades 7 through 12, as well as to support students academically during study hall time. Subjects in our curriculum may include Consumer Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2, and Geometry at both the college preparatory and honors levels. The ideal candidate will be able to provide meaningful and creative instruction to a diverse group of students in a hands-on, experiential learning environment. The ability to provide lessons using differentiated instruction is a must. The candidate must be flexible and enjoy teaching, and may also be asked to teach an elective. This position reports to the High School Team Lead.
Qualified Applicants:
- Have earned a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution (Masters Degree preferred)
- Have a strong knowledge base in the curriculum subjects to be taught
- A minimum of three years successful experience with age group
Duties and Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to):
- Provide meaningful and creative instruction to a diverse group of students in a hands-on, experiential learning environment
- Ability to adapt curriculum to the needs of students and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects are being worked on simultaneously
- Significant use of technology while delivering the curriculum and content, including (but not limited to):
- Use of the Google Suite across multiple devices
- Use of Student Information System (Alma)
- Respect and value individual differences and diversity; model non-discriminatory practices in all activities
- Evaluate academic and social growth of students and keep appropriate records while communicating with students and parents on student progress
- Maintain standards of student behavior for a positive and productive learning environment
- Collaborate with peers to develop curriculum, plan activities, and monitor student progress
- Work with a team of educators to create a positive learning environment
- Adhere to policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of child growth and development and especially of characteristics of students/children in the age group assigned
- Knowledge of prescribed curriculum
- Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology
- Knowledge of learning styles
- Ability to use varied teaching methods
- Knowledge of current trends, research and best practices related to instruction
- Knowledge of School policies and practices as they relate to teaching
- Ability to handle problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, and others
- Ability to plan, establish priorities and implement activities for maximum effectiveness
- Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results, and prescribe actions for improvement
- Ability to work with parents
- Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators and others
- Ability to work with other content area teachers to maintain and order materials
- Flexibility in all areas including (but not limited to):
- Content delivery methods
- Assessment methods
- Coursework requirements as applied to individual students on a case by case basis
- Working with other teachers to provide curriculum connections appropriate for both grade level and ability level.
Specific Training/Skills:
- Google Level 1 Educator certification to be completed during first semester teaching
Teachers may also be required to teach an elective. This role may offer the opportunity to lead or take part in enrichment classes, after school activities and/or summer camp, as available and desired.
A Massachusetts teaching certificate is a plus, but not required. All employees are subject to a fingerprint check and a background investigation, per state law.
Working conditions for this position may include standing, sitting, bending, lifting, being outside in cold or hot weather.
The Clark School is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $51,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $51,000