Math Teacher-SST Advancement

School of Science & Technology•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Math Teacher provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned subject area to support their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. The teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with curriculum goals, adapts lessons to individual student needs, assesses student progress, maintains records, supports student conduct, and communicates with students, parents, colleagues, and the community. The position is full-time, follows normal work hours over 193 days, and reports to the Principal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Meet Texas “highly qualified” standards.
Texas Teacher Certificate appropriate to the level and subject area of assignment is required for ESL/Bilingual, SPED, and Pre-K assignments; it is preferred for other subjects.
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with all levels of management, both within and outside the campus.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the district.
Ability to use computers and district software and databases, spreadsheets, word-processing software, a calculator, copy machine, and telephone.
Ability to use effective interview techniques, public speaking skills, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Plan a program of study that meets students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities as much as possible.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
Prepare lessons that accommodate individual differences and provide written evidence of preparation when requested.
Encourage students to establish and maintain classroom behavior standards, and maintain order fairly.
Guide learning toward curriculum goals and establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Use varied instructional techniques and media appropriate to the setting and the needs and capabilities of students.
Support the district’s educational philosophy, instructional goals, and objectives through instruction and conduct.
Assess student accomplishments regularly, provide required progress reports, and refer students for specialist evaluation when required.
Take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Assist the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
Make oneself available to students and parents for education-related purposes when required.
Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides and volunteers and, with department heads, evaluate their performance.
Maintain and improve professional competence; participate in district and campus staff development, attend staff meetings, and serve on staff committees.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues and open communication with students, parents, and community members.
Submit lesson plans on time through the school’s platform and maintain the required minimum number of timely Gradebook entries.
Meet regularly with the mentor teacher if a new teacher.
Perform other duties as assigned.