Eighth Grade Math Teacher

Applitrack; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Gower Middle School seeks an Eighth Grade Mathematics Teacher to plan and deliver rigorous instruction for 8th grade students, including accelerated content with Geometry. The teacher will foster strong conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and mathematical reasoning.

Qualified candidates will hold an Illinois Professional Educator License with endorsements for middle and high school math, possess a math-related bachelor's degree, and show experience with MTSS, IEPs, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with Endorsements.
• Middle School Mathematics Endorsement (Gr. 6-8) and High School Endorsement (Gr. 9-12) required.
• Bachelor's degree; math or related field preferred.
• Experience teaching middle school math; accelerated/high school content preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach 8th grade mathematics and accelerated math courses including Geometry.
• Use learning targets, coherent lesson sequences, models, discussion and practice to develop understanding.
• Differentiate instruction and collaborate on enrichment, intervention via MTSS.
• Implement IEPs and 504 plans with special education staff.
• Assess student learning and communicate progress to families.
• Collaborate on curriculum, assessment, and transitions to high school math.
• Use instructional technology and protect district equipment.
• Participate in professional learning, meetings, and committees.

Skills

Middle School Mathematics Endorsement

High School Mathematics Endorsement

ESL preferred

LBS 1 preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics or related field

Job description

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Mathematics
• Date Posted:
  10/1/2026
• Location:
  Gower Middle School

Position: Eighth Grade Math Teacher
School: Gower Middle School
Anticipated Start Date:August 17, 2027

Position Summary:

The Eighth Grade Mathematics Teacher plans and delivers strong mathematics instruction for 8th grade students, including advanced math programming for accelerated courses with high school content such as Geometry. The teacher builds conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving while responding to the needs of learners at different points in their mathematical development.

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications, required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with Endorsements:
  • Middle School Mathematics Endorsement (Gr. 6-8) required
  • High School Mathematics Endorsement (Gr. 9-12) required
  • ESL preferred
  • LBS 1 preferred
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; a degree in mathematics or a related field is preferred.
• Successful experience teaching middle school mathematics; experience teaching accelerated mathematics or high school mathematics content preferred.
• Strong command of middle grades mathematics, Algebra, and Geometry, including the ability to connect prerequisite ideas to advanced concepts.
• Ability to plan high-quality instruction aligned with district curriculum and applicable Illinois Learning Standards, including the Standards for Mathematical Practice.
• Ability to use formative and summative evidence to adjust instruction, provide intervention or enrichment, and monitor student growth.
• Ability to design appropriately challenging tasks, facilitate mathematical discussion, and support multiple approaches to solving problems.
• Commitment to positive relationships with students, family communication, collaboration, cultural competency, and equitable access to rigorous mathematics.
• Strong organization, classroom management, communication, professional judgment, and purposeful use of instructional technology.
• Demonstrates an interest in contributing to building and District committees and/or extracurricular activities
• Demonstrate a clear sense of how to contribute to our:
  • District Motto - "Children at their Best!"
  • District Mission - Empowering children to be their best today to lead a better tomorrow.
  • District Vision - Ensure an environment that cultivates confident, compassionate, and innovative learners to actively shape and enrich the world.

Essential Functions:

• Plan and teach 8th grade mathematics and assigned accelerated math courses that include high school content, including Geometry as applicable to the district program.
• Use clear learning targets, coherent lesson sequences, mathematical models, discussion, and meaningful practice to develop conceptual understanding, fluency, and reasoning.
• Provide appropriate depth and challenge in accelerated courses while identifying and addressing gaps in prerequisite knowledge.
• Assess student learning, provide timely feedback, maintain accurate records, and communicate progress to students and families.
• Differentiate instruction and collaborate with colleagues to provide enrichment, intervention, and supports through the district's MTSS processes.
• Implement students' IEPs and Section 504 plans as applicable and coordinate with special education and other support staff.
• Create a safe, respectful, and productive classroom that encourages students to explain ideas, critique reasoning, and persevere with challenging problems.
• Collaborate with grade-level and mathematics colleagues on curriculum, assessment, course alignment, and transitions to high school mathematics.
• Use instructional technology and materials to support mathematical exploration and learning; protect district equipment and resources.
• Participate in professional learning, team meetings, and building or district committees as assigned; respond appropriately to emergencies and perform other duties consistent with the position as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Physical Demands:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the responsibilities the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Standing approximately 30-35% and for periods of up to 30 minutes required. Walking approximately 30-35% for periods of up to 15 minutes. Sitting 30-40%. Teacher discretion is used to determine when to sit, stand, and walk as appropriate.
• May need to navigate uneven surfaces for some assignments.
• May need to be outside at times.

Salary:

According to Collective Bargaining Agreement with Gower Education Association