Middle School Math Teacher

JOB SUMMARY Sizer School, a North Central Charter Essential School, is immediately seeking a full-time Math teacher for students in Grade 8. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to incorporate inclusive teaching practices and advance the success of all students through engaging lessons, active learning, and the strategic use of data and assessments. Experience teaching in a diverse school environment preferred. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES (May include, but not limited to:) Teaches Pre-Algebra courses for Grade 8. Collaborates with Learning Specialists and Math Interventionist to differentiate instruction. Demonstrates strong knowledge of Massachusetts Math Curriculum Frameworks. Promotes the learning and growth of all students by providing high-quality and coherent instruction; Sets high standards for student work, effort, and behavior. Designs standards-based units of instruction and lesson plans with measurable outcomes and challenging tasks. Demonstrates instructional and management practices that establish high expectations and create a safe and effective classroom environment. Adapts instruction, materials, and assessments to make challenging material accessible to all students, including English learners and students with disabilities. Acts as an advisor to a group of students and works to shape curriculum and practice to support the whole student. Reflects on the effectiveness of lessons, units, and interactions with students, both individually and with colleagues, and uses insights gained to improve practice and student learning. Participates in school-wide and subject specific professional development and grade level team times. Promotes the learning and growth of all students through ethical, culturally proficient, skilled, and collaborative practice. Uses informal and formal assessment methods and feedback practices to measure and improve student learning and growth. Uses data to inform instruction, monitor progress, and identify students in need of targeted instruction/interventions. Motivates and engages students and promotes opportunities for students to generate understanding on their own through real world applications. Uses inclusive instructional practices to account for differences in students’ learning needs. Promotes collaboration in the context of math instruction and learning experiences. Skills Knowledge of differentiated instruction and assessment Ability to design and/or modify curriculum; experience assessing student competencies Ability to create and use authentic resources and materials to motivate students to participate in learning experiences and activities. Knowledge of diversity, belonging, equity, and inclusion practices. QUALIFICATIONS Dedication to the Sizer School mission. Bachelor’s Degree in Math education or related field from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred. MA DESE License with SEI Endorsement preferred. Mandatory within the first year of employment. Successful experience in teaching in a diverse school environment. Innovative team player with proven history of service. Ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, and families. Experience with IXL or other student data progress monitoring systems. Ability to pass CORI and National Criminal Background Check.