Middle School Math Teacher - Vista Charter Middle School
About The Position
The Middle School Math Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering the courses they teach. The teacher fosters a collaborative, stimulating, safe, and nurturing classroom environment for a diverse group of students, and builds strong collaboration among parents, faculty members, board members, and community partners. All teachers report to their site administrator(s). The role includes developing lesson plans aligned with the CA CCSS and CA State Content Standards; supporting student learning and behavior; assessing student progress and maintaining records; collaborating with educational specialists and other staff; and participating in professional development, school meetings, activities, events, and field trips. Employment cannot begin until required local trainings are completed and fingerprint cards are processed by the California Department of Justice, with no disqualifying criminal conviction identified.
Requirements
- Current California teaching credential.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Meet all NCLB requirements.
- Complete all locally mandated trainings before beginning employment.
- Have fingerprint cards processed by the California Department of Justice and have no criminal conviction that would prohibit working with students and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a subject matter field or Education is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop lesson plans according to the CA CCSS and CA State Content Standards.
- Foster a safe and nurturing learning environment.
- Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior to keep students engaged in learning.
- Establish an environment where students are excited about learning.
- Build strong relationships with students and parents.
- Identify areas where students need improvement and work with students, families, and internal resources to suggest improvement options.
- Continually assess student progress, maintain student records, and complete assigned paperwork within required timeframes.
- Collaborate with the educational specialist and other staff to meet the needs of all students.
- Attend and implement professional development training throughout and beyond the school year.
- Demonstrate support for and knowledge of the school’s goals and mission.
- Participate in, attend, and plan field trips.
- Participate in school events during, before, and after school.
- Attend and participate in school-based meetings and activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
