Dynamic Middle School Math Teacher (5-8)

STEGER SCHOOL DISTRICT 194; Steger (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

STEGER SCHOOL DISTRICT 194 is seeking a Mathematics Teacher for our middle school to promote mathematical understanding using problem-based learning and real-world applications. You will develop plans, use interactive aids, and assess student progress while collaborating with parents and staff.

The ideal candidate holds an Illinois PEL with a Middle School Mathematics endorsement and demonstrates strong classroom management, communication, and instructional design skills in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Must hold an Illinois Professional Educator License with a Middle School Mathematics endorsement.
• Ability to implement problem-based learning and inquiry in math.
• Strong communication with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Applies mathematical practices through problem-based learning, inquiry and design.
• Develops lesson plans and uses instructional aids emphasizing discovery and real-life projects.
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, computers, and other aids.
• Provides individualized and small-group instruction to meet student needs.
• Designs activities that relate math to the real world with original solutions.
• Guides students in selecting elective projects and experiments.
• Maintains safe handling of tools and equipment and school property.
• Maintains classroom behavior standards for an orderly environment.
• Evaluates student progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Communicates with parents and administrators about student progress.
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with staff on health, attitude and learning issues.
• Supervises students during activities outside class time.
• Participates in curriculum, instruction and professional development.
• Supports student activities such as math teams and faculty committees.
• Adapts curriculum for individual or small-group remediation.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service activities.

Skills

Mathematics

Classroom management

Instructional design

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Middle School Mathematics endorsement

Tools

Computers

Job description

STEGER SCHOOL DISTRICT 194 is seeking a Mathematics Teacher for our middle school to promote mathematical understanding using problem-based learning and real-world applications. You will develop plans, use interactive aids, and assess student progress while collaborating with parents and staff.

The ideal candidate holds an Illinois PEL with a Middle School Mathematics endorsement and demonstrates strong classroom management, communication, and instructional design skills in a collaborative