Math Teacher - 7th Grade - Interim @ Stanley Middle STEAM Academy

Gaston County Schools•Stanley, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Math Teacher plans, organizes, and presents instruction and learning environments that help students learn subject matter and skills supporting their educational and social development. This role teaches mathematics according to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core and provides instruction and activities aligned with school and district policies, goals, and objectives. The teacher develops and uses suitable instructional materials, provides individual and group instruction responsive to students’ needs, maintains classroom standards and records, and evaluates students’ academic and social growth. The position includes communicating with parents and holding conferences about students’ progress; working with professional staff to identify and address student health, attitude, and learning needs; maintaining an effective learning environment; and supporting school-wide student supervision and student activities. The teacher maintains professional competence through district and other professional learning opportunities, participates in evaluation planning with an administrator, selects and inventories instructional materials, and may perform other assigned duties. The posting identifies this as an interim position at Stanley Middle STEAM Academy and states that it reports directly to the Principal. 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 middle school placement, must be licensed in 78200 or eligible for licensure.
Strong background in the North Carolina Course of Study/Common Core.
Ability to assess and use assessment data for teaching and learning; meet the needs of all learners; plan, coordinate, and continuously improve instruction; manage instructional time and student behavior; monitor student performance; and understand assigned students’ growth and development.
Ability to analyze situations and make appropriate decisions based on facts; develop records and reports; communicate and prepare correspondence, reports, forms, and instructional materials; follow oral and written instructions; and apply logical or scientific thinking to problems and data.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with parents, students, teachers, staff, and administrators; consult with parents, teachers, and the community to enhance student learning; and adapt under stress and in emergency situations.
Ability to use classroom equipment and tools such as computers, copiers, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for students.
Must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test if offered a position.
Physical requirements include regularly standing, walking, using hands to handle objects or controls, reaching, talking, and hearing; occasionally sitting, stooping, kneeling, or crouching; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 10 pounds. The job requires specified visual acuity and the ability to exert light force as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Experience with Smartboard© and other forms of technology.

Responsibilities

Teach the North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core.
Develop and use instructional materials appropriate for students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity.
Provide individual and group instruction designed to meet student needs and motivate assigned students.
Establish and maintain student-control standards that support effective participation in activities.
Evaluate students’ academic and social growth and maintain appropriate records.
Provide instruction and activities aligned with 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 to assess and help address health, attitude, and learning problems.
Create an effective learning environment, including 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 cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method of evaluation in accordance with district guidelines.
Select and requisition instructional materials and maintain inventory records.
Participate 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.