What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Mathematics Teacher position at Howard University Public Charter Middle School?
General Purpose
To plan, organize, and implement an appropriate mathematics instructional program in a technology-based learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Responsibilities
Teach 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade mathematics based on Common Core State Standards
Familiarity with Great Minds - Eureka Math curriculum is a plus
- Create a classroom culture of high achievement and student ownership of their learning that helps foster students’ intellectual, social and emotional development.
- Provide daily instruction, including clear learning outcomes, welldesigned lessons and highquality assessments that align to (MS)2’s curriculum and standards.
- Incorporate into lessons creative, handson learning experiences that broaden students’ exposure and interests, help foster student ingenuity and require application of knowledge and skills acquired through daily instruction.
- Provide a classroom environment that is visually appealing, rich with resources aligned to curriculum and standards and honors student’s achievement with current and accurate displays of exemplary student work.
- Communicate to students to understand their talents, interests and needs and to convey learning expectations and their progress toward meeting those expectations.
- Communicate regularly with families to identify students’ talents, interests and needs and update parents regarding students’ achievements and progress.
- Collaborate with schoolbased staff and throughout the (MS)2 community in staff meetings, regular analysis sessions and professional learning designed to enhance students’ learning experience and increase student achievement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or directly related field from an accredited university
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated mastery of middlegrade mathematics content
- One year of teaching experience in an urban school setting preferred
- Proven results demonstrating high student achievement and significant growth in mathematics
- Experience in teaching Algebra, and prealgebra
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in mathematics
- Successful completion of the Praxis II Exam
- Evidence of ongoing professional development and/or continuing education
- Two years of teaching experience and results demonstrating high student achievement and significant growth
- Knowledge of relevant technology, or ability to be trained to efficiently use technology.
- Current authorization to work in the United States.
About Howard University Public Charter Middle School
Our mission is to provide a sound foundation in all academic subjects, with a concentration in mathematics and science; the intellectual, social and emotional growth of each student will be nurtured, while an appreciation for diversity and sensitivity of all individuals will be encouraged in an enriched educational environment that will prepare students to succeed in high school and beyond.