Middle School Math Teacher

2025-2026 - Middle School 6th Grade Math Teacher JobID: 522 Position Details Position Type: Middle School / Mathematics Date Posted: 1/23/2025 Location: Allendale‑Fairfax Middle School (High‑Needs School) Date Available: 07/28/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled Position Title: Teacher Department: Instruction Reports To: Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Days of Work: 190 Job Summary Under general supervision assists students in learning subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible adults. Essential Functions Cooperates in developing a program of continuous progress consistent with District goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils. Keeps abreast of changes in District policies and students' needs and interests. Establishes clear and appropriate objectives for all classroom activities and communicates these objectives to students. Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives. Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required, analyzing the progress of individual students and seeking appropriate assistance as needed. Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of pupils. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteers and evaluates their performance; provides adequate plans for substitute teachers and evaluates their performance. Seeks the cooperation and assistance of parents through oral or written communication and/or home visits. Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education related purposes when required or requested under reasonable terms. Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by state or federal law, District policies, and administrative regulations. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities. Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies. Is punctual and responsible in performing all duties and activities as assigned. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life, conduct and behavior in a fair and just manner. Provides for his/her own professional growth through an on‑going program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning. Participates in school or District staff development programs as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent. Attends staff meetings, serves on staff committees as requested, and accepts a share of responsibility for co‑curricular or other activities as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent. Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures. Presents a positive image of the District at all times. Willingly performs other related duties as required. Job Specifications Education and Experience: Education and experience as required by state certification authorities. Knowledge: Knowledge of District policies, procedures, and activities; methods for developing lesson plans and materials; records and reports; classroom maintenance and equipment; counseling methods for student academic and adjustment problems; instructional materials. Skills / Effort: Ability to provide instruction through explanation, demonstration, and supervised practice; supervise students and maintain order; operate general office equipment; prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials; identify student adjustment or academic problems and recommend remedial action; communicate effectively with students, parents, and District staff. Working Conditions: Conduct duties in a classroom environment with occasional exposure to environmental conditions. Requires work under degrees of stress, capable of lifting/moving items up to 25 pounds. Occasional local travel required; no overnight travel. Standard office equipment operation required. Responsibilities: Responsible for classroom materials and supplies budget; supervise students in classroom; supervise instructional aides and volunteers as assigned. Terms of Employment The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full‑time employment during an entire school year. Conditions of employment are adjusted for part‑time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year. Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated annually according to Board Policy. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement The information contained in this job‑description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be performed and may be assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr