Secondary Math Teacher (Full Time)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Details

Job ID: 318301

Location: Freedom High School

Terms of Contract: Teacher Contract, 10 months, full-time, benefit-eligible

Monthly Salary: State Salary Schedule for Teachers (plus local supplement)

Reports To: Principal

FLSA: EXEMPT

Application Deadline: Jun 20, 2026

Job Purpose

We are seeking a passionate, student-centered School Teacher to join our academic team. The ideal candidate will create an engaging learning environment that supports students' intellectual, social, and emotional development in grades 9-12. This role requires strong classroom management skills, subject matter expertise, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

Hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Teaching license.

Perform each essential function proficiently, with reasonable accommodations available.

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).

Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Job Description and Duties

Develop lesson plans and instructional materials using effective teaching strategies.

Maintain effective classroom management, recognize and address learning and behavior issues, and differentiate instruction to meet all learners' needs.

Evaluate student accomplishments regularly using multiple assessment methods; provide progress and interim reports.

Communicate with parents promptly and maintain constructive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community.

Protect students, materials, and facilities with necessary precautions.

Uphold and enforce board policies, district goals, administrative procedures, and school rules and regulations.

Adhere to health and safety policies.

Maintain appropriate work habits, including punctual attendance and proper use of conference and planning time.

Keep current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory; attend workshops, PLCs, staff development sessions, and curricular development activities as required.

Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with professional ethics and state and federal laws.

Share supervision responsibilities during the school day in various school areas.

Perform non-instructional duties as assigned.

Standard I: Teachers Demonstrate Leadership

Lead in classrooms, the teaching profession, and the school.

Advocate for schools and students.

Demonstrate high ethical standards.

Standard II: Teachers Establish a Respectful Environment for a Diverse Population of Students

Provide a welcoming, respectful, inclusive, and flexible environment.

Embrace diversity in the school community and beyond.

Treat students as individuals.

Adapt instruction for students with special needs.

Collaborate with families and significant adults in students' lives.

Standard III: Teachers Know the Content They Teach

Align instruction with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study.

Know content appropriate to teaching specialty.

Recognize the interconnectedness of content areas and disciplines.

Make instruction relevant to students.

Standard IV: Teachers Facilitate Learning for Their Students

Understand learning processes and appropriate developmental levels.

Plan instruction appropriate for students.

Use a variety of instructional methods.

Integrate technology into instruction.

Help students develop critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Encourage teamwork and leadership development.

Assess student learning through multiple methods.

Communicate effectively.

Standard V: Teachers Reflect on Their Practice

Analyze student learning.

Link professional growth to professional goals.

Function effectively in a complex, dynamic environment.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree from an approved education program in the subject area.

Strong background and understanding of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and Essential Standards.

Physical Requirements

Occasional exertion up to 10 pounds of force.

Regular speaking or hearing, repetitive hand movements, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing or pulling, and lifting.

Standard vision requirements.

Vocal communication required for expressing ideas.

Hearing required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.

Preparation and analysis of written or computer data, operating machines, and vehicles.

Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Work usually in a moderately noisy location.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher Math: General

Contact Information

Shanda Epley

Burke County Public Schools

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