Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Mathematics
Date Posted: 5/7/2018
Location: Somerton Middle School
(High-Needs School)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
MATHEMATICS TEACHER
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Somerton Middle School
TYPE: Certified STATUS: Exempt SALARY LEVEL: $35,732-44,625 (depends on degree, up to 12 years experience; Full Benefit Package) REPORTS TO: Building Principal
DEFINITION:
Under limited supervision, provides educational instruction in assigned area(s) of specialty, grade and program level in compliance with approved academic standards and curriculum for Somerton Elementary School District.
Specific Duties/Tasks Include:
- Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the district philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted course study.
- Plans and implements a program of study designed to meet individual needs of students.
- Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies.
- Demonstrates a strong grasp of subject matter.
- Uses effective oral and written expression.
- Develops, in accordance with district school guidelines, reasonable rules of
classroom behavior and appropriate techniques that are consistently
applied. - Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and
communicate those objectives to students. - Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching
methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. - Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate
students' progress. - Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting
learning, following approved curriculum. - Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators
in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. - Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, district
policies, and administrative regulations.
Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics Required:
โข Knowledge of problem-solving and conflict resolution techniques and
strategies.
- Strong listening skills.
- Ability to work with a variety of individuals possessing a variety of needs.
- Skill in oral and written communications.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments.
- Work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting and/or carrying
up to 30 pounds. - May be required to restrain students with behavioral problems.
- May be exposed to infectious diseases and body fluid borne pathogens.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Education.
- Must possess or eligible to obtain and maintain Arizona Department of
Education Teacher Certification with endorsement(s) in area(s) of
assignment. - Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.
MUST APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.SSD11.ORG