What are the responsibilities and job description for the Math Teacher position at Elizabeth Seton High School?
ADVANCED MATH TEACHER
Elizabeth Seton High School (ESHS) is a Catholic, secondary, college preparatory school for young women founded in 1959 by the Daughters of Charity. Located in Prince George’s County, a suburb of Washington, DC, the school attracts students from surrounding counties and the District of Columbia. ESHS is committed to providing students with an integrated program that stresses moral values, academic excellence, civic responsibility, and community
service. The community reflects a broad ethnic, cultural, and economic diversity contributing to the rich learning environment. For more information about the school, including our guiding principles, please visit www.setonhs.org.
Job Summary
ESHS seeks an Advanced Mathematical teacher for an immediate hire. We are looking for teachers that have a strong focus in teaching mathematics courses of all levels up to and including AP. Preference towards applicants that have a desire or experience to work with students that benefit from smaller class sizes, or have a flexible mindset when it comes to lessons accommodating gaps in student knowledge.
Responsibilities
● Create a classroom culture of high achievement and student ownership of learning that helps foster students’ intellectual, social, and emotional development
● Provide daily instruction, including clear learning outcomes, well-designed lessons,and high-quality assessments aligned with ESHS curriculum and standards
● Implement best practices in data-driven instruction, including inquiry and hands-onactivities, demonstrations, lectures, and discussions
● Communicate regularly with families to identify students’ talents, interests, and needs and update families regarding students’ achievements and progress
● Collaborate with staff and the Elizabeth Seton High School community in staff meetings, regular analysis sessions, and professional learning designed to enhance students' learning experience and increase student achievement
● Act as a mentor and promote teamwork among students
● Differentiate instruction to reach all learners
● Identify the special needs of students and seek additional support, as needed
● Maintain and submit necessary records, progress reports, and grade reports
● Adhere to the professional and ethical standards as outlined in the ESHS Employee Handbook
● Other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Abilities:
● Ability to provide clear references of concepts and examples to explain mathematical, concepts
● Practical technology skills, including learning management systems (Blackbaud and Google Classroom)
● A desire to teach in a Catholic School committed to Catholic education and the formation of young women in Christian character
● Exemplary character and demonstrated services to others
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills
● Creativity and an ability to collaborate with colleagues
● Willingness and ability to contribute to an atmosphere and environment conducive to our girls' academic, spiritual, social, and emotional development
Education and Experience:
● Bachelor’s Degree in Math or related field; Master’s Degree preferred
● Specialized training in teaching secondary school-aged children is preferred
● Valid teaching certificate or license in the relevant subject area preferred and/or willingness to obtain licensure
● Prior teaching experience highly preferred
● Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required
Elizabeth Seton High School, an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in the administration of its employment practices.
Salary : $51,000 - $81,000