Teacher: Mathematics

Holyoke Public Schools•Holyoke, MA

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About The Position

Deliver STEM-oriented instruction through project-based learning methods that involves the Engineering Design Process. Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and student learning. Uses technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration. Works directly with school administrators and staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of STEM initiatives and curriculum. Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, curricular units, and projects and communicates these objectives to the students. Assesses the accomplishments of students in a variety of ways on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law. Recognizes the special needs of students with learning disabilities, seeks the assistance of specialists, as needed and/or required, and makes appropriate individualized physical and instructional accommodation within the classroom. Builds effective relationships with parents and students through regular communication and is available to students and parents for education-related purposes. Teaches students to work collaboratively to solve problems and to think logically and creatively. Completes other duties as assigned. Maintains a strong, regular personal attendance record.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
Ability to develop Early Literacy Skills
Commitment to ensuring academic success for all students
Ability to read, interpret, and apply student performance data to instructional planning and execution
Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent teamwork skills
Mathematics, 5-8, General Science, 5-8 or any applicable Science license with SEI Endorsement

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an urban setting, preferred
Experience working with diverse student populations, preferred
Bilingual applicants (Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply
second licensure in ESL or Moderate Disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver STEM-oriented instruction through project-based learning methods that involves the Engineering Design Process.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and performance assessments, which guide the learning process toward curriculum goals and student learning.
Uses technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration.
Works directly with school administrators and staff in the development, implementation, and evaluation of STEM initiatives and curriculum.
Creates a classroom that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, curricular units, and projects and communicates these objectives to the students.
Assesses the accomplishments of students in a variety of ways on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law.
Recognizes the special needs of students with learning disabilities, seeks the assistance of specialists, as needed and/or required, and makes appropriate individualized physical and instructional accommodation within the classroom.
Builds effective relationships with parents and students through regular communication and is available to students and parents for education-related purposes.
Teaches students to work collaboratively to solve problems and to think logically and creatively.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Maintains a strong, regular personal attendance record.