Math Teacher 26/27 School Year

NexTech High School in Grand Rapids is hiring a Math Teacher for the upcoming school year.  Michigan teaching certificate required with endorsement. 

Are you an educational dreamer, believing all students will be inspired learners in the right environment? Are you looking to transform yourself, the students you will serve, as well as the broader educational landscape? Do you want to join a passionate and collaborative faculty who continuously strive to make a better school?  Blended learning is the cutting-edge combination of face-to-face and online learning that provides students with a “greater than the sum of its parts” educational experience. 

Working from NexTech High School, the certified teacher will support students in a face-to-face setting utilizing an online curriculum to provide content area instruction as well as mentoring a small group toward graduation and life throughout their high school career.  The teacher will actively facilitate whole group, small group, and individualized instruction to students, based on need. All instruction will support, and be aligned, with the students’ online curriculum and the Common Core State Standards. 

At NexTech High School, Grand Rapids, teachers, and students spend their day in an open environment that was specifically designed to mirror a more contemporary office environment while supporting student instructional needs. NexTech embraces the Small Schools Initiative, serving approximately 150 students who work closely with a teacher-advisor to monitor their progress and tailor their school experience to meet their individual needs, interests, and life circumstances.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Math Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mathematics and a passion for teaching. This position requires an individual who can create engaging lesson plans, foster a love for math, and provide instruction that meets the diverse learning needs of students.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties:

• Develop and implement comprehensive math lesson plans that meet the curriculum standards and cater to diverse learning styles.

• Develop assessments and monitor student performance through various methods, including tests, quizzes, projects, and presentations.

• Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula and participate in ongoing professional development initiatives.

• Participate in school activities, meetings, and events to contribute to the overall mission of the institution.

• Maintain a safe and positive environment for all students

• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, and school staff

• Regular and predictable attendance

Cognitive Demands:

• Supervision of multiple students at once

• Establishing routines and procedures

• Maintaining a safe and orderly environment

• Create and implement instructional plans

• Participate in continuous professional development

• Effective oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift/move objects weighing up to 25lbs

• Stand and walk frequently

• Occasionally sit on the floor or bend down/squat

• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year

• Withstand a moderate noise level

• Be able to perform first aid/CPR if necessary

• Assist/lift students, as necessary

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Education, or a related field.

• Valid teaching certification/license in Michigan for secondary education with an endorsement in the subject. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in planning and assessing educational activities.

• Strong knowledge of math curriculum and state standards.

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans

• 5% 401(k) company contribution 

• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on NexTech High School, please visit our website at https://www.nextechhigh.org/

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