MATHEMATICS 6-12

Orange County Public Schools•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Mathematics 6-12 teacher provides an appropriate educational atmosphere that encourages positive student learning and works with classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists, and other staff to develop and implement school programs and goals. The role is at Acceleration West, a middle and high school school of choice, with hours from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The teacher plans and delivers instruction suited to students’ developmental stages and individual learning needs, uses varied instructional techniques, current research, and technology, and regularly evaluates student progress. The position also includes classroom and equipment management, collaboration on school improvement, communication with families, maintenance of student records, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Certification or eligibility for certification by the Florida State Department of Education to teach in Florida.
Knowledge of prescribed curriculum, child development, current research, and varied learning styles.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Basic knowledge of technology, with the ability to use technology in instruction.
Planning and organizational skills; ability to manage a classroom and supervise students.
Ability to analyze, diagnose, and evaluate student progress and programs.
Effective, positive interpersonal skills.
Commitment to core beliefs about teaching, learning, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

Work with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on programs and activities for students and the school.
Participate actively with faculty and staff and collaborate to plan, implement, and evaluate continuing school-improvement programs.
Manage the classroom, supervise students, and ensure proper care of equipment.
Participate in professional growth activities to acquire new and improved skills and knowledge.
Analyze student progress and programs to provide instruction appropriate to students’ developmental stages.
Use varied instructional techniques to meet individual student needs, and use technology and current research in instruction.
Evaluate student progress regularly and use classroom-management techniques that support an effective classroom climate.
Show sensitivity to students, parents, and the community, promote student self-esteem, and maintain professional relationships between school and parents.
Maintain contact with parents through conferences, telephone, or written communications, and encourage parental involvement in school activities.
Maintain required records, including grade books, attendance records, and student progress reports.
Assist in protecting student and school property.
Keep current with job-appropriate technology used by OCPS and attend district-supported training as needed.
Maintain timely and accurate information related to job responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.