Job Summary:
Provide mathematics instruction that utilizes a variety of instructional methodologies, including Project Based learning and Real life Experiences, to at-risk and behaviorally challenging middle school students.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree required
LICENSE: Must hold valid Indiana State Teacher’s License in Secondary Mathematics, or be eligible for license.
EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of middle and high school math curriculum – Experience/knowledge of Project Based Learning – Strong background in alternative instructional strategies – Demonstrated skills in developing strong positive relationships with students; seeking and using community resources to enhance instructional program; parent involvement; intrinsic student motivation; and developing positive relationships with students.
Major Responsibilities:
• Be willing to engage a high degree of sensitivity and understanding of the behavioral needs and manifestations of at-risk students.
• Teach Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry based on Indiana’s standards and the district’s pacing guide.
• Teach problem solving strategies/skills.
• Develop and implement content benchmarks based on the standards and pacing guide.
• Establish an educational environment that is invitational, engages all students, and promotes high academic standards and leadership skills
• Collaborate with Alternative Education Department staff members to improve students’ school success, self concept, and promote positive behavioral interactions and manifestations.
• Develop and promote positive self esteem in students.
• Actively encourage parent and community involvement.
• Work with parents and involve them in their child’s educational process.
• Participate in summer orientation/professional development.
• Participate in the tutorial assistance program for students.
• Provide and support supervision of students as assigned.
• Attend and participate in school programs such as award dinners, parent meetings, and school-related after school activities.
• Participate in all required staff development.