Eighth Grade Math Teacher - Accelerated Geometry

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Burr Ridge (IL)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 72,000

Full time

2 days ago

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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.