8th Grade Math Teacher

Job Title: Math Teacher

Department:       Instruction

Reports to: Building Principal

Classification:    Certified / Exempt

Summary

To help each student develop competence in basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each student to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; to encourage students to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary students utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
2. Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
3. Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing "discovery" and laboratory learning methods
4. Demonstrates mathematical concepts using instructional aides. Utilizes current technology.
5. Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
6. Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.
7. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
8.  Evaluates each student's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills
9. Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics and with parents and school counselors to the individual student's progress.
10. Identifies student needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
11. Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday
12. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs
13. Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty committees.
14. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and in self-selected professional growth activities.
15. Other duties as assigned by the administrator.

Supervisory Duties 

Supervises students at all times.

Qualifications 

Education/Experience/Certificates

Bachelors Degree and valid Missouri teaching certificate required; or such alternative to these qualifications that the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Skills and Abilities  

Language 

Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, board policy, administrative procedures/forms, and government regulations and guidelines. Must be able to complete forms, write reports, and engage in written/email correspondence with parents. Must have the ability to write clearly and complete lesson plans.

Computation

Must have a working knowledge of basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics The individual must have the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference; and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

Reasoning 

Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Must be able to apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students.

Technology

The individual must understand basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use. Will be using district software for recording grades and finding student information. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The individual who holds this position must have the ability to speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously; must be able to move around the classroom; must be able to read handwritten and printed materials.

Attendance

Consistent and regular attendance is an essential job function of this position.

Conditions and Environment

The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Occasionally the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform tasks, such as loading and unloading buses.

Terms of Employment

183 days, salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board

Policy on Evaluation of Certified Staff.