Math Teacher

TeacherResponsibilities:Develop lesson plans that ensure the attainment of state learning and common core standards;Uses computers and other technology provided to assist students;Adapts and enriches the curriculum using multiple strategies and online tools in imaginative ways to actively engage students in their learning;Information, media and technology savvy;Must see the potential in emerging tools and web technologies and manipulate them to serve the students' needs;Develop classroom experiences that teaches students not only the facts but how to apply what they learn to solve real world problems;Guide students to develop the broader competencies increasingly important for success in an ever more complex and demanding world of 21st Century Skills;Provide ample opportunities to all students to develop 21st century skills in activities outside the classroom such as student organizations, physical activities, and service learning;Engaging and empowering learning experiences for all learners; andFully connected to learning data and tools for using the data; to content, resources, and systems to create, manage, and assess engaging and relevant learning experiences; directly to their students in support of learning both inside and outside school.General School and Classroom Responsibilities:Understands, accepts, and abides by the Academy's philosophy and mission statement in all his/her school activities;Student-centric, holistic, and teach about how to learn as much as teaching about the subject area;Models tolerance, global awareness, reflective practice, and models the behaviors we expect from our students;Prepares instructional lesson plans as directed;Administers all standardized tests as directed;Keeps accurate records on each student such as: grade books and report cards, lesson plans, attendance records, and behavior/discipline records.Maintains confidentiality concerning all student information and any professional matters;Works with staff to improve student learning and achievement;Deploys sound classroom management techniques;Engage in collaboration with colleagues demonstrating a model of "connected educators" – this replaces solo practitioners (sage on the stage) and develops positive working relationships with students, parents, school personnel and the public;Required to attend and/or participate in school activities as directed by the Principal such as: staff meetings (before or after school hours), open houses, chaperone student activities, provide guidance for students, participate on faculty committees, study and help resolve school problems;Follows all corporate and Academy policies and procedures;Participates in professional development workshops/programs;Maintain status of Highly Qualified Teacher as per federal definition; andPerforms other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Principal and Management Company.Reports To: PrincipalRequirements:Minimum Bachelor's Degree;Certification/Licensure in appropriate teaching area; NCLB Highly Qualified;Excellent oral and written communication skills;Proficient in computer applications;Knowledgeable in use of web resources, online tools, technology tools, etc.;Effective organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks; andSatisfactory completion of local, state, and federal criminal history check.