What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Math Teacher position at Lee County School System?
Title: Math Teacher
Position Purpose
To deliver standards-based instruction in Mathematics aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence; to develop students' skills in numerical reasoning, algebraic thinking, geometry, statistics, and mathematical modeling; and to maintain a safe, orderly, and legally compliant learning environment that supports all learners.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Equipment: Use of district-required instructional technology, computers, and standard classroom equipment.
Travel Requirements: Travel to school district buildings, professional meetings, and events as required.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Qualifications
Certification/License:
Graduate Degree Preferred But Not Legally Required.
Experience: Prior successful teaching experience in the appropriate grade level or content area preferred.
FLSA Status:Exempt
Position Purpose
To deliver standards-based instruction in Mathematics aligned to the Georgia Standards of Excellence; to develop students' skills in numerical reasoning, algebraic thinking, geometry, statistics, and mathematical modeling; and to maintain a safe, orderly, and legally compliant learning environment that supports all learners.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Provide instruction aligned with the Georgia Standards of Excellence and district curriculum in Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Statistics, and other assigned math courses.
- Use research-based instructional practices and adjust instruction based on assessment data in compliance with GaDOE expectations.
- Differentiate instruction for students with disabilities in accordance with IDEA, Section 504, ADA, and district accommodation plans.
- Administer and document required assessments; maintain accurate records in compliance with FERPA, GaDOE regulations, and district procedures.
- Maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment, enforcing student conduct rules consistent with district policy and O.C.G.A.
- 20-2-1184 (student supervision).
- Communicate academic progress with students and parents in accordance with FERPA and district guidelines.
- Protect confidentiality of student information under state and federal law.
- Participate in required professional learning as mandated by GaDOE, GaPSC, or district leadership.
- Collaborate with school and district personnel to support student learning and school improvement efforts.
- Use district instructional technology and data systems for teaching, reporting, and communication requirements.
- Fulfill all mandatory reporting responsibilities, including child abuse (O.C.G.A.
- 19-7-5), bullying incidents, and other required safety reporting.
- Follow the GaPSC Code of Ethics for Educators in all professional conduct and decision-making.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Principal that fall within legal guidelines, certification limits, and district expectations.
Equipment: Use of district-required instructional technology, computers, and standard classroom equipment.
Travel Requirements: Travel to school district buildings, professional meetings, and events as required.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of Georgia Standards of Excellence for Mathematics.
- Knowledge of instructional strategies aligned with LCSS and GaDOE expectations.
- Knowledge of federal and state education laws (IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, Title VI, Title IX, O.C.G.A. Title 20).
- Ability to maintain accurate instructional and compliance records.
- Proficiency with instructional technology and district data/reporting systems.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain ethical conduct and professional boundaries under GaPSC Ethics Rule 505-6-.01.
Qualifications
Certification/License:
- Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC) certification in Mathematics (612) or eligibility through GaPSC pathways.
- Must meet certification requirements under O.C.G.A.
- 20-2-200.
- Must maintain GaPSC ethics clearance, fingerprinting, and background check requirements.
Graduate Degree Preferred But Not Legally Required.
Experience: Prior successful teaching experience in the appropriate grade level or content area preferred.
FLSA Status:Exempt