High School Teacher MATH

High School Math TeacherLoyola High School of Detroit is a Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition. We nurture a culture of hope and academic success for young men challenged by an urban environment and prepare them to be men of Christian love, justice, and service who act with integrity, compassion, and courage. The focus of our mission is to prepare young men for high school graduation, college acceptance, and future contributions to family and community as "Men for Others, Men for Detroit."Primary Duties/ResponsibilitiesPlan, prepare, and implement creative lessons that are aligned to the Michigan Merit Curriculum.Teach five classes per week, 1 lunch period and 1 planning period.Effectively manage the classroom through developing relationships with students yet holding them accountable when expectations are not met.Teach and develop student skills and processes.Demonstrate instructional practices that engage students in conceptual thinking, promote problem solving and creativity, and challenge students to achieve high standards of content mastery.Communicate with parents when students' grades fall below 60%.Communicate with parents when behavioral expectations are not met.Take ownership for student academic progress and show an active interest in student achievement.Provide individual and small-group instruction, adapting delivery to meet the needs of students with varying academic skill levels.Communicate timely and effectively with students, parents, and staff.Collaborate with staff and other professionals to plan lessons and meet student needs.Update gradebook each pay period.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesUnderstanding of Ignatian pedagogy and commitment to Jesuit values.Familiar with the Michigan Merit Curriculum.Excellent interpersonal, project management, and communication skills.Ability to lead and inspire a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff.Familiarity with educational technology and data-driven decision-making.High enthusiasm for the mission of Loyola High School.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in the subject area and Michigan teaching certification is required.Pathway to certification with a date of completion within two years.How To ApplyEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. The candidate should provide the following:A resume or other biographical and professional informationA written statement detailing why you are applying for this position and what vision and background you would bring to Loyola High SchoolReferencesSalary requirementsDiploma or transcriptsSubmit all materials to: Search Committee View email address on click.appcast.io