Dynamic Secondary Math Teacher & Lifelong Learning Advocate

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District in Independence, Missouri seeks a Secondary Classroom Teacher to deliver a standards-based curriculum and create a supportive learning environment that promotes student growth and lifelong learning.

The successful candidate will hold a Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate and work under the supervision of the Building Principal, collaborating with staff and parents to support pupil achievement and district goals.

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate.
• Alternatives acceptable as determined by the Board.

Responsibilities

• Teaches a specified content area to pupils in a classroom, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

Job description

Independence School District in Independence, Missouri seeks a Secondary Classroom Teacher to deliver a standards-based curriculum and create a supportive learning environment that promotes student growth and lifelong learning.

The successful candidate will hold a Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate and work under the supervision of the Building Principal, collaborating with staff and parents to support pupil achievement and district goals.