Math

Hillsborough County Public Schools•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary Teacher (grades 6-12) is responsible for the instruction of designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within a secondary school. This specific role is for Math, Algebra 1, and Algebra 1-B positions for the 2026-2027 School Year. All district employees are expected to demonstrate regular and predictable attention to work, support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan, engage in civility, respect, and professionalism, and maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary for their positions.

Requirements

Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.
Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
Eligibility for Florida Temporary Certificate.
Ability to express ideas and thoughts verbally.
Ability to express ideas and thoughts in written form.
Exhibits good listening and comprehension.
Keeps others adequately informed.
Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Competent in required job skills and knowledge.
Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills.
Keeps abreast of current developments.
Requires minimal supervision.
Displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Uses resources effectively.
Displays willingness to make decisions.
Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Supports and explains reasoning for decisions.
Includes appropriate people in decision making process.
Makes timely decisions.
Ability to develop project plans, coordinate projects.
Ability to communicate changes and progress.
Ability to complete projects on time and, on budget.
Ability to manage project team activities.
Prioritizes and plans work activities.
Uses time efficiently.
Plans for additional resources.
Integrates changes smoothly.
Sets goals and objectives.
Works in an organized manner.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret all kinds of documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community.
Ability to write speeches and effectively present to managers, the public, and school board.
Ability to work with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Educator Certificate

Responsibilities

Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.
Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport.
Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement.
Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.
Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.
Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.
Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and encourages parental involvement.
Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.
Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.
Performs any other duties as assigned.