What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Math Instructor position at Notre Dame de Sion?
POSITION TITLE: Middle School Math
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full Time/Exempt
REPORTS TO: Grade School Principal
EVALUATED BY: Principal and Assistant Principals
Notre Dame de Sion’s goal is to develop students who are well-rounded, faith-filled citizens and servant leaders, in an atmosphere of love, respect, hopefulness, openness, and by building connections through relationships.
Sion educators are:
Confident Practitioners who know their subject and the instructional techniques to help students meet educational goals.
Growth-Minded Learners who understand that knowledge is not finite - students and teachers can grow, learn new things, and accomplish tasks they never knew were possible.
Mindful Communicators who communicate in a solution-focused, timely, positive, and inclusive manner in verbal, written, and non-verbal communication.
Collaborative Team Players who pitch in and help with events outside their classroom to make Sion a place that is rich in community and models servant leadership.
Inclusive Community Builders who use language and actions that support self-esteem and belonging for students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders.
The Middle School Math Teacher at Notre Dame de Sion Grade School provides high-quality and rigorous instruction by preparing quality lesson plans adhering to the Common Core Math Standards, conducts classroom, small group and individual instruction, and is responsible for developing the whole child. The teacher assesses instructional materials and student performance and works collaboratively with staff, faculty and parents.
QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICS:
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full Time/Exempt
REPORTS TO: Grade School Principal
EVALUATED BY: Principal and Assistant Principals
Notre Dame de Sion’s goal is to develop students who are well-rounded, faith-filled citizens and servant leaders, in an atmosphere of love, respect, hopefulness, openness, and by building connections through relationships.
Sion educators are:
Confident Practitioners who know their subject and the instructional techniques to help students meet educational goals.
Growth-Minded Learners who understand that knowledge is not finite - students and teachers can grow, learn new things, and accomplish tasks they never knew were possible.
Mindful Communicators who communicate in a solution-focused, timely, positive, and inclusive manner in verbal, written, and non-verbal communication.
Collaborative Team Players who pitch in and help with events outside their classroom to make Sion a place that is rich in community and models servant leadership.
Inclusive Community Builders who use language and actions that support self-esteem and belonging for students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders.
The Middle School Math Teacher at Notre Dame de Sion Grade School provides high-quality and rigorous instruction by preparing quality lesson plans adhering to the Common Core Math Standards, conducts classroom, small group and individual instruction, and is responsible for developing the whole child. The teacher assesses instructional materials and student performance and works collaboratively with staff, faculty and parents.
QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICS:
- Knowledge and understanding of and commitment to the Sion mission.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Middle School Math, Math Education, a related field, or demonstrated results. Ability to teach Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, and Geometry preferred.
- State Certification preferred but not required, must maintain professional credentials as required by ISACS accrediting association.
- Experience following a math curriculum tied to national learning standards
- Ability to analyze results from standardized and summative tests preferred.
- Ability to pass a required Background Check.
- Organized, self starter who can efficiently move between tasks throughout the day.
- Strong understanding of child growth and development.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse community as reflected through the curriculum and learning environment.
- Knowledge and implementation of best practices in student instruction and learning.
- Ability to interact professionally with students, parents, staff and students.
- Develop a positive presence in the internal and external community.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
- Create and follow a classroom schedule that includes whole group, small group and individualized instruction.
- Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction that are in adherence to the Common Core Math Standards.
- Create and maintain a safe, structured, positive and inclusive classroom, hallway, and playground environment that is monitored appropriately.
- Establish and implement a positive and effective classroom management system.
- Demonstrate competency and creativity with school related technology.
- Engage in ongoing assessment of student progress using a variety of means, maintaining accurate records, and using data to tailor instruction to individual students’ needs to increase and improve performance.
- Work collaboratively in a professional team environment, working with other teachers and administrators.
- Attend and participate in required faculty meetings and professional development.
- Participate in required duties such as drop off and pick up, lunch duty, recess duty.
- Assist with other projects, programs and plannings as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to effectively and efficiently work in a classroom environment.
- Ability to work at a desk and computer for a period of time.
- Ability to move about a multi level building.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination amp; Diversity
Notre Dame de Sion is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Candidates who have experience working with a wide range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas.
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The above description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude assignments not mentioned.
Notre Dame de Sion is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Candidates who have experience working with a wide range of faculty, staff, and students, and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas.
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The above description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude assignments not mentioned.