6th Grade Math

Hoquiam School District•Hoquiam, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hoquiam School District is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled 6th Grade Mathematics Teacher to join our middle school community. This position is responsible for delivering standards-based mathematics instruction aligned with Washington State Learning Standards and district curriculum, with an emphasis on student engagement, mathematical reasoning, and productive problem-solving. Rooted in our district’s pillars of Meaningful Relationships, Engaged Learners, Adaptive Pathways, and Community Connections, this role is critical in fostering a positive learning culture where every student builds mathematical confidence, procedural fluency, and social-emotional growth in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Requirements

Current 4–12 Washington State Teaching Certificate.
Required Endorsement in Middle Level Mathematics or Secondary Mathematics.
Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or a closely related field.
Valid Washington State Driver’s License (or ability to acquire prior to start).
Strong foundational knowledge of Washington State Mathematics Standards and middle-grade developmental needs.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, staff, and families.

Nice To Haves

Successful prior experience teaching mathematics in a middle school setting.
Experience or familiarity with student-centered instructional frameworks, such as Building Thinking Classrooms or Assessment for Learning.
Background working within Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS/RTI) and data-driven PLCs.
Proficiency with instructional technology and digital data platforms.
Bilingual or multilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Build trusting, supportive relationships with middle school students that promote emotional safety, confidence, and perseverance in mathematics.
Establish high expectations for all learners while maintaining a caring, inclusive classroom culture.
Collaborate actively with grade-level teams, special education staff, counselors, and administration through Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Model empathy, respect, and cultural responsiveness in all interactions with students and families.
Design and deliver interactive, standards-based math units using evidence-based strategies like Assessment for Learning and Building Thinking Classrooms.
Foster productive mathematical discourse, collaboration, and student-centered problem-solving that connects conceptual understanding to authentic situations.
Use positive and proactive classroom management techniques to maintain an efficient, highly engaged learning environment.
Integrate educational technology appropriately to enhance instruction, exploration, and mathematical reasoning.
Differentiate instruction, scaffolds, and extensions to meet the diverse academic needs of all learners, including students with disabilities and multilingual learners.
Implement Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS/RTI) to provide targeted interventions and academic extensions.
Use formative and summative assessment data to track progress, adjust instruction in real time, and provide timely, actionable feedback to students.
Normalize "productive struggle" as a vital pathway to mathematical growth and problem-solving resilience.
Maintain clear, frequent communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress, achievement, and opportunities for growth.
Participate in school-wide initiatives, committee work, and district events to support a connected middle school environment.
Uphold and contribute to a school climate that reflects the values, diversity, and educational goals of the Hoquiam community.
Plan, develop, and execute middle school mathematics curriculum consistent with Washington State Learning Standards and district expectations.
Develop common formative assessments with PLC team members and systematically analyze student data to guide instructional planning.
Teach foundational 6th-grade math concepts, developing students' conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and practical application skills.
Incorporate higher-order thinking routines that encourage students to explain, justify, and defend their mathematical reasoning.
Monitor student behavior and maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment using positive behavioral supports.
Participate in ongoing professional development and apply new instructional practices to improve student achievement.
Complete required record-keeping, including grading, attendance, and progress reporting, with accuracy and timeliness.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal.