Math Teacher

Lifelong Learning Administration Co • Flint, MI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

FLEX HIGH SCHOOL MICHIGAN is seeking a Full Time Math Teacher. This position offers competitive compensation starting from $51,500/year. At FLEX High, we focus on providing a SAFE educational environment where students receive quiet, one-on-one attention from their teacher mentors to help them achieve their goal of obtaining a high school diploma. Our unique personalized learning model ensures that students are at the center of our mission, with staff unified and priorities set to achieve the best outcomes for all students.

Requirements

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement(s) for all subject area(s) being taught.
• Bachelors degree with major or minor in designated subject.
• Thorough knowledge of State Professional Teaching Standards.
• Knowledge of educational trends, research, and technology to support learning.
• Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies necessary for effective instruction of all student populations, including students at-risk of academic failure.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff members, and community representatives in providing a rigorous educational program.
• Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively including giving clear and concise instructions, using academic language, and appropriate level of delivery, and listening without bias and providing appropriate feedback/reinforcement.
• Ability to compose and comprehend written communication.
• Ability to make independent judgements.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Commitment to the education of all students.
• Planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement an appropriate personalized instructional program in a learning environment that guides, supports, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, completion of diploma requirements and post-secondary transition plan.
• Collaborate with other instructional staff and school personnel.
• Develop, review and regularly update personalized academic plans based on students transcripts, assessment data, career pathway planning (CTE), post-secondary goals, and progress towards those goals.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment by modeling positive and respectful behavior, upholding and supporting high academic expectations, and maintaining positive and professional relationships with colleagues, students and parents.
• Assign appropriate courses of study.
• Establish and communicate learning objectives and content standards to be assessed.
• Plan, prepare for and deliver instructional activities to facilitate learning experiences.
• Identify and implement instructional strategies and resources to meet students varying needs.
• Engage students in academic conversations that elicit critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
• Connect instruction to real-world experiences and students post-secondary goals.
• Regularly check for understanding and provide clarifying and/or enrichment information.
• Carefully observe, review and evaluate student homework and test results to assess and monitor progress.
• Provide students with meaningful feedback to enhance learning and improve achievement.
• Instruct and monitor student progress in the use of online learning materials and technology.
• Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications and interventions for English Learners, students with 504 Plans, and Special Education students.
• Model and guide students to develop strategies that foster independent learning skills such as, goal-setting, time management, and accessing/utilizing resources.
• Administer state standardized and school diagnostic assessments according to guidelines.
• Regularly communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
• Refer students to support structures and social services as appropriate.
• Prepare for and participate in school events: parent teacher conferences, open house, graduations.
• Maintain student folders and records in accordance with school policies and state guidelines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices through professional learning communities, student study teams, department meetings, and student retention meetings.
• Participate in professional development opportunities as directed by leadership.
• Administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed from time to time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level