Math - 8th Grade - Interim @ Chavis Middle

Gaston County Schools•Cherryville, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Math Teacher plans, organizes, and presents instruction and instructional environments to help students learn subject matter and skills that contribute to their educational and social development. This position teaches mathematics at the eighth-grade level at Chavis Middle and follows the North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core. The teacher develops and uses instructional materials for students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity, provides individual and group instruction, and supports students’ academic and social growth. The role also involves communicating with parents, collaborating with school staff, maintaining records, participating in school activities and professional development, and carrying out other assigned duties. The position reports directly to the Principal and is classified as exempt. The salary follows the North Carolina Teacher’s Salary Schedule. If offered the position, the prospective employee must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Must be fully licensed as a Mathematics Teacher (00200), or eligible for licensure for high school.
For a middle school position, must be licensed in 78200 or eligible for licensure.
Strong background in the North Carolina Course of Study/Common Core.
Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Experience with Smartboard and other forms of technology.
Skilled in assessment and using assessment data for teaching and learning.
Ability to meet the needs of all learners and plan, coordinate, and continuously improve instruction.
Ability to analyze situations, consider options, and make appropriate fact-based decisions.
Ability to develop and compile records and reports.
Ability to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools, such as computers, copiers, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for students.
Ability to communicate, read correspondence and reports, prepare instructional materials and simple reports, follow instructions, and apply logical or scientific reasoning.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with parents, students, teachers, staff, and administrators.
Ability to manage instructional time and student behavior, monitor student performance, and consult with parents, teachers, and the community to support student learning.
Understanding of the growth and development of assigned students.
Must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test if offered the position.
Regularly stand, walk, use hands to handle objects or controls, reach, talk, or hear; occasionally sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds and perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force at the stated frequencies.
Possess the visual acuity required for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, focus adjustment, and extensive reading and research.

Responsibilities

Teach the North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core.
Develop and use instructional materials suitable for students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity.
Provide individual and group instruction designed to meet students’ needs and motivate them.
Establish and maintain standards of student control that support effective participation in activities.
Evaluate students’ academic and social growth and maintain appropriate records.
Provide instruction and activities that meet school and district policies, goals, and objectives.
Communicate with parents through a variety of means and hold conferences to discuss student progress and explain the school program.
Identify student needs and cooperate with professional staff in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
Create an effective learning environment with functional and attractive displays, such as bulletin boards and interest centers.
Maintain professional competence through district in-service activities, professional growth activities, and university courses.
Work with the appropriate administrator to develop the method of evaluation in accordance with district guidelines.
Select and requisition instructional materials and maintain inventory records.
Cooperate in school-wide supervision of students during activities outside the classroom.
Participate in faculty and/or district committees and sponsor student activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.