High School Mathematics Teacher

Sherwood Sd 88J•Sherwood, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a High School Mathematics Teacher at Sherwood School District. The role involves teaching mathematics, meeting state and district curriculum standards, and fostering student engagement and development. The teacher will be responsible for lesson planning, instruction, assessment, and collaborating with students, parents, and staff. The position requires a valid Oregon teacher's license with appropriate math endorsements and a commitment to professional growth and ethical performance.

Requirements

Valid Oregon teacher’s license with appropriate Math endorsement(s).
Understanding of human growth and development patterns, learning theory, and brain research.
Content knowledge in subject areas taught.
Familiarity with a variety of age-appropriate instructional, assessment, and classroom management strategies that reflect current research on best practices.
Familiarity with state standards and curriculum frameworks for high school levels.
Knowledge and experience with differentiated instruction.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of state and federal education laws and of student and staff rights.
Ability to exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
Ability to effectively manage and supervise students and their work.
Ability to direct the work of other staff members.
Standard First Aid certification, or the ability to obtain certification within two months of hire, may be required.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Mathematics endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Meets the standards of Competent and Ethical Performance as outlined in Oregon Administrative Rules.
Models and teaches respect with an awareness of diversity.
Effectively works with and responds to people from diverse cultures or backgrounds.
Establishes clear objectives and creates long- and short-range plans for instruction to meet the needs, abilities, and interests of students.
Develops and carries out clear, organized lessons and learning activities suitable for students’ developmental levels and aligned with instructional objectives.
Varies and paces classroom strategies to accommodate different learning styles, actively involves students, and maximizes student engagement in meaningful learning.
Diagnoses the instructional needs of all students and devises appropriate learning activities for each student.
Uses current body of knowledge in cultural diversity issues in teaching and curriculum development to design and adapt individual/group academic and behavior/social programs in all school settings.
Implements district and state curriculum standards and ensures that instructional activities are clearly related to district/state curriculum standards.
Assures that every student has ample opportunity to demonstrate proficiency with district and state standards.
Uses a variety of approaches to assess, record, and provide feedback promptly and often to students on their progress and assignments.
Participates in the development and implementation of individual student plans (e.g., IEP, 504).
Assumes responsibility for adapting and modifying classroom instruction for students identified as needing specialized instruction.
Works effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, staff, and community populations.
Works collaboratively with school personnel in meeting the diverse social and academic needs of students.
Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with all students and with parents/guardians concerning both academic and behavioral progress of students.
Assists school staff and administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct, reinforces individual school’s plan for positive behavior support, develops reasonable rules for classroom behavior, and utilizes effective, proactive behavior management skills in all school settings.
Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Assumes responsibility for assigned duties, e.g., hall, lunchroom duty.
Utilizes technology as related to job responsibilities.
Trains and acts as lead worker for Educational Assistants.
Reflects upon own teaching performance and accepts and utilizes supervisory suggestions and feedback.
Takes primary responsibility for pursuing and evaluating own professional growth.
Attends and participates in staff meetings and district inservice meetings.
Participates in activities that are related to school functions and/or the education process that occur outside the regular workday, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Performs duties in a courteous and efficient manner that builds the confidence of staff, students, and the public in the Sherwood School District and enhances learning.
Maintains regular attendance at work and work activities, and is punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedule.
Observes laws, district policies and procedures, and professional standards for this position.
Works effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, parent, and community populations.
Carries out work responsibilities with strong organizational skills, effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions, and new or emergency conditions.
Respects confidential information and the privacy of students, staff, and parents.
Supports students and staff in the district’s career related learning standards to encourage the development of independent work skills through career exploration and community involvement.
Collects, records, stores, retrieves, assimilates, organizes, and utilizes information and records electronically and by using traditional methods.
Develops job skills necessary to meet changes in the position.
Maintains personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position as defined by the district.
Meets applicable district physical ability/health and safety guidelines for the position.