Substitute Math Teacher Jobs in Columbus, OH (NOW HIRING)

Position: Math Teacher (Grades 6-12)
Reports to: Building Principal/Curriculum Director
Employment Status: Regular/Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Description: Teach the appropriate course of study for each subject area using a variety of

instructional techniques that meet individual learning styles
NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Essential Functions:
Ensure safety of students
Teach and evaluate the students using sound instructional practices
Effectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environment,
disciplining students when necessary
Prepare clear and timely lesson plans
Maintain accurate and complete records as required
Provide guidance to students which will promote their welfare and their proper educational development
Attend parent/teacher conferences
Distribute homework assignments
Ensure students are learning all subject material by testing, quizzing, or evaluating student projects on a regular
basis
Provide complete lesson plans for substitute
Make provisions for being available to students and parents for educationally related purposes when needed
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report
cards and conferences to discuss student progress
Observe ethics of the teaching profession
Instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Refer students suspected of learning disabilities for diagnosis on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of
district specialists as required
Assist the administration in implementing all procedures and rules governing student life and conduct
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing a
variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learners
Act as teacher, facilitator and information source in subject area specialty
Teach new concepts and facilitate different activities enabling students to learn in different ways
Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., home and discipline situations, medical
background and family history
Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
Attend meetings and in-services as required
Refer attendance, health, and psychological emotional problems to Principal and/or Guidance Counselor
Attend professional growth seminars, workshops, etc., to keep current on relevant issues
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity of students
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined in the courses of study which have been
approved by the Board of Education
Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting the state model learning
outcomes

Implement instructional strategies that incorporate content standards for subject matter area of expertise
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Attend educational field trips
Act as a mentor for first year teachers as agreed upon
Organize various subject-specific programs within assigned building, e.g., Right to Read Week
Work closely with administrators as part of development teams to discuss and implement new practices such as
"team" teaching, semester projects, etc.
Act as department chairperson when requested and agreed upon
Serve as a role model for students
Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment, and other instructional materials
Serve on committees and cocurricular activities as agreed upon
Supervise student teachers
Discipline students when necessary
Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
Provide incentives and motivation to students
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Curriculum Director
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in education with appropriate subject area from a four-year college or university
Successful student teaching experience
Appropriate State of Ohio certification/license
Meet the applicable requirement of a "highly qualified" teacher under the No Child Left Behind Act within the
requirements
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find
appropriate
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of academic area and various teaching methodologies
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Organizational and problem solving skills, record keeping skills and classroom management skills
Basic computer skills
Basic first aid
Ability to submit grades and attendance electronically
Equipment Operated:
TV/VCR
Overhead projector
Computer
Copier
Calculator
Subject-specific equipment, e.g., graphing calculators, computer scanner, CD burner, zip drive, digital cameras
Telephone
CD Rom applications
Additional Working Conditions:
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions, i.e., being prepared to come to school on all
scheduled work days except calamity days
Occasional interaction among unruly children
Occasional requirement to travel
Occasional evening/weekend/summer work
Occasionally lift, carry, push and pull various items up to a maximum of 50 pounds, e.g., classroom materials
and supplies

Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read, crouch, kneel and stoop
Occasional requirement to balance, climb and use color vision
Occasional requirement to operate school district vehicle
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and
responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and
perform the duties required by the incumbent 's supervisor, appointing authority.
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