Teacher (Math) - Dekalb RYDC - Decatur GA (NSC)

Georgia Department of Revenue•Decatur, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a supervisor, the Teacher (Math) develops lesson plans and presents lessons to students. The role plans, organizes, and implements an appropriate instructional program and learning environment. The position is at the Department of Juvenile Justice’s Dekalb RYDC in Decatur, Georgia.

Requirements

Completion of an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university and eligibility to obtain a Georgia Clear and Renewable Teacher Certificate as required by statute; or possession of a Provisional Georgia Educator’s Certificate and eligibility to obtain a Georgia Clear and Renewable Teacher Certificate as required by statute.

Nice To Haves

SRT-4 or higher (4–8) or (6–12) in Math.
Prior teaching experience in a youth facility or with at-risk youth is a plus but is not required.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests in accordance with established procedures.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom rules and procedures, and maintain discipline in accordance with school rules and systems.
Provide appropriate feedback on student work.
Encourage and monitor individual students’ progress and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development, updating records as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
Prepare required reports on students and activities.
Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings.
Communicate regularly with students, colleagues, and parents about student progress and needs.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
Assign and grade work, tests, and assignments.