Secondary Mathematics Teacher

Join Delaware Schools Consortium • Milford, DE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Services for Children, Youth and Their Families is seeking a Mathematics teacher to teach students in grades 9–12 at Stevenson House Detention Center. The teacher delivers research-based, high-quality instruction to small groups of students in a secure care setting, adapting instruction to individual needs and supporting at-risk youth in reaching their academic potential. This is a 12-month position with hours of 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Hold or be eligible for a current, valid State of Delaware teaching license.
• Hold or be eligible for State of Delaware Secondary Mathematics certification.
• Have a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in education from an accredited university.
• Demonstrate proficiency in applying technology in a classroom setting.
• Demonstrate knowledge of best practices for promoting student engagement and increasing student achievement.
• Have experience working with alternative populations or at-risk youth.
• At interview, provide a copy of professional status certification or license(s), and/or an Alternative Routes to Certification (ARTC) letter, and documentation of Praxis-II scores.
• Undergo pre-employment drug testing following a conditional offer.
• Pass a satisfactory criminal background check as a condition of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement an instructional program based on the core curriculum and adapted to meet individual student needs.
• Deliver instruction based on Common Core Standards.
• Implement a classroom management system consistent with the facility’s behavior management program.
• Assess students in the assigned certification area.
• Collaborate and communicate with Education Unit members, other service providers, and parents.
• Prepare reports and document assessments and progress toward goals.
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Remain current in certification research, instructional strategies, and technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level