Grade 5 Math/Science Teacher

Reading School District l Reading, Pa.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading School District in Reading, PA, is looking for a Mathematics Teacher to help students develop their math skills. Key responsibilities include teaching secondary courses, evaluating student progress, and developing engaging lesson plans. The ideal candidate must possess a degree and hold a Pennsylvania Instructional Teaching Certificate. This role emphasizes individualized instruction and effective communication with students and parents. The environment is collaborative, focusing on motivating students in mathematics.

Qualifications

• Competence in basic mathematics skills and understanding the structure of mathematics.
• Ability to conduct individualized instruction to meet student needs.
• Experience in developing engaging lesson plans.

Responsibilities

• Teach mathematics courses to secondary students.
• Evaluate students' progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Develop appropriate instructional aids and lesson plans.

Skills

Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to develop and maintain records

Ability to work as a team member

Knowledge of teaching methods

Education

Possession of appropriate degree

Pennsylvania Instructional Teaching Certificate

Job description

Position Title: Mathematics Teacher

Classification: REA

Reports To: Building Principal

Position Goal: To help each student develop competence in basic mathematics skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each student to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; to encourage students to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

Essential Functions

Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary students utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school District.
• Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing “discovery” and laboratory learning methods.
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluates each student’s progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records.
• Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual student’s progress.
• Identifies student needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematic teams, and participates in faculty committees.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District, and in self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with District guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities and management may revise it at any time.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Possession of appropriate degree

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Pennsylvania Instructional Teaching Certificate

Language Skills

• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively with other employees, students and parents.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions for practical situations.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form.

Other Skills And Abilities

• Ability to coordinate activities with related and specialist staff.
• Ability to develop and maintain required records and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, parents and the community.
• Good knowledge of procedures, practices, materials, and equipment required to provide appropriate learning experiences for students to whom assigned.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Must be courteous and able to deal effectively with people.
• Must be cooperative, congenial and service-oriented.
• Ability to maintain personal self-control in stressful situations.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and software.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Some driving is necessary; light lifting - up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. Occasionally, yet essential to this position, the individual must meet deadlines with severe time constraints.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but may be moderate to loud at times. The employee is frequently required to interact with the parents, public and staff during and after the normal workday. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and exhibit good human relation skills including courtesy, tact and patience.

Evaluation

The employee will be formally supervised and evaluated with regard to his/her duties on a regular basis by the Building Principal. The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the school district administrator designated as immediate supervisor of the position, of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. Information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Reading School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.