26-27 Math Teacher

Bridgeport ISD•Bridgeport, TX

About The Position

The Math Teacher develops and implements lesson plans aligned with the district curriculum and applicable Texas Education Agency, board, and administrative guidelines. The teacher adapts instruction to students’ differing needs and learning styles, collaborates with special education teachers and other staff, and assesses student achievement. The role also includes classroom management, communication with families and colleagues, professional development, and compliance with district and school policies. The teacher may direct assigned instructional aides and take on extracurricular or other campus responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Work prolonged or irregular hours.
Perform frequent walking and prolonged standing, as well as frequent kneeling or squatting, bending or stooping, pushing or pulling, and twisting.
Regularly lift and carry light items weighing less than 15 pounds; may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that meet district curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
Adapt lessons and instruction to individual student differences and needs, including modifying curricula with special education teachers in accordance with students’ IEPs.
Select and use instructional strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology appropriate to students’ learning styles and needs, while following applicable guidelines.
Assess students’ learning styles and use assessment results to plan instruction.
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
Assign work to instructional aides and volunteers and oversee its completion.
Assess student achievement through ongoing formal and informal testing.
Assume assigned extracurricular responsibilities and sponsor activities approved by the campus principal.
Serve as a positive role model and support the school district’s mission.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Compile, maintain, and file required reports, records, and other documents.
Maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.