Math Teacher- High School

Deadline: April 13, 2026
District/Organization: Portland Public Schools
Position/Type: Teacher, full time

Position Details

Portland Public Schools: Math Teacher, Portland High School

Portland Public Schools’ seeks an innovative and passionate math professional to join our team. Our district is collaborative and committed to supporting staff growth, instructional innovation, and positive outcomes for every student.

The desired candidate would possess the following attributes:

• Exceptional communication, analysis, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Understanding of, or demonstrated training in, PBIS and MTSS initiatives
• Ability to handle complex and stressful issues or situations with sound judgment, common sense, and a calm demeanor
• Impeccable character, a good sense of humor, and compassion for students, families, and staff
• Ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning practices
• Experience in working with special needs students
• Willingness to undertake extra-curricular assignments

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with a Mathematics Endorsements, EX
• Strong base in the subject area content, common core standards
• Ability to use assessments and student data to drive meaningful instruction
• Ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and district colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to sustain and improve student achievement outcomes
Willingness to contribute to a safe school climate of high expectations and strong collaboration, high staff and student morale, and positive community involvement

Position Details:

• Title: Math Teacher
• Reports to: Building Principal
• Calendar: As per District Calendar and PEA contract
Compensation: In accordance with PEA contract

Application Process:

Applicants for the position shall submit the following:

• Letter of interest detailing the manner in which the candidate meets the qualifications and desired attributes for the position

• A current resume with reference contact information
• Copies of all university transcripts
• Copies of current Michigan educator certification
Two current (within the last two years) letters of recommendation

Matt Morales, Principal

Portland High School

1100 Ionia Rd

Portland, MI 48875

Questions about the position or the district can be sent to Matt Morales, Portland High School at mmorales@portlandk12.org or 517-647-2981

No person applying for employment at Portland Public Schools shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer.

E-mail: mmorales@portlandk12.org