Middle School Mathematics Teacher

At St. Anthony of Padua Lorain we strive for excellence. We believe in a strong faith-centered education that is both innovative and challenging. We are currently looking for a middle school mathematics teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, be a collaborator, and develop positive relationships with all stakeholders.

Position Description:

• Assist all students to meet or exceed 21st century knowledge and skills, including state academic achievement standards;
• Articulate what students should know and be able to do, while working to help students achieve;
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects to communicate these objectives to students;
• Plan and deliver learning experiences that advance the learning of each individual student; show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor;
• Design authentic learning experiences for students to learn core knowledge, 21st century skills and literacies, through, but not limited to, collaboration, problem–based learning and inquiry;
• Partner with business and community organizations to create authentic learning experiences;
• Organize and plan for learning based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals;
• Assist in the planning for intervention and remediation in the areas of math, science and literacy for all students who have not mastered the content standards and implement appropriately;
• Develop and implement differentiated instructional strategies for each student’s academic growth;
• Use technology to develop student content knowledge and skills so students know how to learn, think critically, solve problems, use information, communicate, innovate, create and collaborate;
• Proficient in using technology as an instructional and management tool;
• Use continuous, authentic and appropriate assessment and evaluation measures that are evidence-based and use them to improve instruction and student learning and for feedback, including progress reports.
• Be flexible, resourceful, innovative and can effective manage the design and execution of learning experiences, both formal and informal Environmental for Learning;
• Create a classroom environment that incorporates student collaboration as an ongoing presence and is conducive to learning, fosters engagement, self-motivation, student self-direction and positive social interaction;
• Provide learning opportunities that support the intellectual, social, emotional and physical development of the students;
• Work closely with students and parents to guide students through school and future education and career choices;Model the teaching expectations that students are to accomplish;
• Contribute to and participate in ongoing professional development, including working with colleagues in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) model;
• Maintain and improve professional competence;
• Use evidence-based and best practices to inform instruction and to work with colleagues;
• Work collaboratively to improve instruction and learning while sharing the responsibility for outcomes with school and community;
• Use a variety of communication methods and technologies to interact with students, parents and staff;
• Maximize opportunities for student success by creating positive working relationships with students;
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations;
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner;
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required;
• Work closely with the building principal to collaboratively lead the school through a shared decision making process;
• Reports to and carries out any other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.

Requirements:

Candidates must have:

Bachelor's degree

Appropriate state-issued certification or license

Valid FBI/BCI and participate in Virtus training

Applicants: Please include resume, cover letter, and three professional references as a part of the formal application package.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person