Middle School Math Teacher

Position: Middle School Math Teacher - Two Positions Available
Reports to: HJS Building Principal
Location: Harrison Junior School

Southwest Local School District, situated in the southwestern corner of Ohio, is composed of: Harrison Elementary School, Miami Whitewater Elementary School, Crosby Elementary School, the Southwest Early Childhood Learning Center, Harrison Junior School and William Henry Harrison High School. The District has achieved an “Excellent” rating from the Ohio Department of Education for the past four years and each of our schools have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education with Blue Ribbon Awards for Excellence in Education.

Our Mission: "Academic and Social Growth for all students, every day!"
Our Motto: "Excellence through Relationships"
Our Core Values: Trust, Respect, Ownership and Leadership

Southwest Local School District believes in providing the best possible learning environment by hiring, developing and retaining quality personnel. We believe that education needs to take a leadership role in improving society by enhancing activities/programs that help develop well-rounded students who can cope with everyday pressures. We are seeking two Middle School Math Teachers at Harrison Junior School for the 2025/2026 school year and beyond.

Job Summary: The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about equipping students with the mathematical skills and mindset they need to succeed academically and beyond as well as inspire a love for mathematics while instilling essential values in young learners.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging and rigorous math lessons aligned with state standards and the school’s curriculum, emphasizing the core values of Trust, Respect, Ownership, and Leadership.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive classroom environment where all students feel empowered to take risks, ask questions, and persevere through challenges.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and resources to differentiate instruction and meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to excel.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate mathematical concepts across the curriculum and promote interdisciplinary connections.
• Prepare students for success in Ohio State Testing by providing targeted instruction, practice opportunities, and ongoing assessment.
• Provide timely feedback to students to guide their mathematical understanding and support their academic growth and development.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, keeping them informed about their child’s progress in math and offering resources for reinforcement at home.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Education, or a related field.
• Valid Ohio teaching license/certification in Mathematics or eligibility for licensure (Licensure: 4-9, K-8 or 1-8).
• Demonstrated success in facilitating student growth in mathematical proficiency, particularly in standardized testing measures.
• Experience working with middle school students in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of trust, respect, ownership, and leadership within the school community.
• Willingness to engage in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices and stay abreast of current educational research and best practices.

Benefits:
Southwest Local School District participates in the Southwest Ohio Organization for School Health (SWOOSH). SWOOSH is a health and wellness consortium for school districts and government agencies that come together to provide stability and quality access to health care and benefits to all eligible members. Full-time employees have access to the benefits below:

• Retirement
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance – 100% paid by District
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off

Southwest Local School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.