2025 - 2026 High School Math Teacher Applicant Pool

Suffolk Public Schools; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Public Schools seeks a qualified High School Math Teacher to develop students' competencies in mathematics. The successful candidate will create lesson plans, assess student learning, and promote effective teaching practices while collaborating with faculty. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Employer Portion Paid Retirement

Life Insurance

Contribution to Medical Insurance

Personal and Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for Virginia Teaching License.
• Bachelor's degree in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Prior successful teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and modify methods as needed.
• Promote a classroom environment conducive to student learning.

Skills

Knowledge of current teaching methods

Knowledge of mathematical subject areas

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Bachelors from an accredited college

Virginia Teaching License

Job description

High School Math Teacher

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills and competence in basic and complex mathematical principles, equations, formulas and calculations, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Teaches knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real an imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Maintains familiarity with district and State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
  
  

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of a wide range of mathematic subject areas, including arithmetic equations, calculus, trigonometry, geometry, and other related areas.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
  

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
• Must hold or be eligible for Virginia Teaching License in discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  
  

Education

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  
  

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Terms Of Employment

• Salary Range: $55,141 - $90,122 ($2,944 Additional for Master’s Degree) (2019-2020 Salary Range) Salary is subject to change based upon final Virginia General Assembly action and City of Suffolk appropriations.
• Contract: 10 Months
• Benefits: Employer Portion Paid Retirement, Life Insurance, Contribution to Medical Insurance, Personal and Sick Leave
  
  

FLSA Status: Exempt