High School Math Teacher

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School; Catasauqua (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School in the United States seeks a qualified teacher to deliver engaging instruction aligned with the IAA curriculum, creating a supportive, equitable learning environment and using diverse instructional strategies. The role emphasizes planning, assessment, and clear communication with families.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and PA teaching certification, with opportunities for professional development and collaboration with colleagues to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or subject area.
• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively and organize tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks within tight time frames.
• Proficient with computers and educational technology.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Follow course of study and revise with input from teachers and administration.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Plan and implement lesson plans aligned to the IAA curriculum.
• Monitor student progress and provide regular feedback to students and guardians.
• Maintain attendance records and communicate absences to the office daily.
• Develop grading procedures and maintain records of student achievement.
• Support student development of performance appropriate to abilities.
• Present effective lessons using appropriate teaching techniques and materials.
• Maintain classroom behavior and support discipline in halls and during activities.
• Accurately maintain records as required by law and policies.
• Participate in in-service training and professional development.

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subj.

PA teaching certification

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Judgment

Computer skills

Clear communication with students/peop

Creativity & problem solving

Active listening

Differentiated instruction

Confidentiality handling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subject Area

Proper valid Pennsylvania teacher certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The teacher is the foundation of any sound educational program. A teacher makes plans and sets goals based on the curriculum to be learned, their knowledge of students, and their instructional context. A teacher establishes and maintains a purposeful and equitable environment for learning. A teacher engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies. A teacher demonstrates professionalism in aspects that occur in and beyond the classroom/building.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Will follow a course of study following the design developed by the teachers and administration. It shall be regularly revised according to the recommendations of the teachers, administration, and the PA Department of Education.


• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity of the students.


• Plan and implement lesson plans that meet individual needs, interests, and abilities within the IAA curriculum.


• Monitor and assess student progress and provide feedback on a regular basis to students and parents/guardians.


• Maintain a careful record of each student’s attendance. All excuses for absences shall be collected and turned into the office on a daily basis.


• Develop a systematic grading procedure according to the policies of the school and maintain neat and thorough records of student achievement.


• Assist each student to develop personal levels of performance appropriate to the student’s ability.


• Responsible for presenting appropriate, effective, and orderly instructional lessons by utilizing appropriate teaching techniques and instructional materials.


• Maintain appropriate student behavior in the classrooms. In addition, all professional employees have the responsibility of student control and discipline in the halls, classroom, during assemblies,/programs, etc.


• Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by the law, IAA policy, and administrative regulations.


• Actively participates in in-service training sessions. In-service and class preparation time is to be spent involved in professional activities; such as preparation and revision of instructional materials and being informed of education developments.


• Assume individual responsibilities assigned by the Building Principal which may relate to student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS, CRITICAL SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subject Area.


• Proper valid Pennsylvania teacher certification.


• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.


• Ability to communicate effectively.


• Ability to organize tasks.


• Ability to handle multiple tasks within close time proximity.


• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment.


• Must possess computer skills.


• Must be able to communicate clearly with students, parents, and other school employees


• Must be able to think creatively and solve problems.


• Must have effective listening skills.


• Must demonstrate talent in the instruction of students with varied styles and levels of mastery.


• Must appropriately handle confidential information.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time.


• Must be able to move about your work area to needed access materials and equipment.


• Must be able to travel to and from job-related locations as necessary.


• Must be able to adjust to changes in environmental conditions.


• Must be able to access all assigned work areas and locations.


• Must be able to lift as required.