High School Math Teacher ($5,000 Sign on Bonus)

Fort Dodge Community School District; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

Fort Dodge Community School District's Fort Dodge Senior High seeks a High School Math Teacher to deliver district-aligned instruction under the principal's supervision. The role involves planning lessons, assessing student progress, and maintaining a safe, engaging classroom for students across senior high.

The position includes a 190-day contract with a comprehensive benefits package for 30+ hour weeks and a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field applicable to senior high school education.
• License issued by Iowa BoEE for senior high school teaching.
• Ability to implement district-approved curriculum and assess student progress.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers senior school curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Creates a welcoming, engaging learning environment for all students.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and adjusts instruction.
• Maintains accurate records of grades and attendance.
• Communicates progress with students, parents, and administration.

Skills

Differentiation

Communication

Data analysis

Teamwork

Technology literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree (education)

Iowa BoEE license for senior high

Job description

High School Math Teacher ($5,000 Sign on Bonus)

Fort Dodge Community School District Fort Dodge Senior High School - Fort Dodge, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job Description

High School Classroom Teacher

Supervisor: Building Administrator
Contract Length:190 days
Job Classification: Certified Teacher
FLSA Status: Exempt

In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Principal, facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing district approved curriculum, documenting student progress and outcomes, addressing specific educational needs of individual students and creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment. Provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.

All positionsassigned 30 or more hours weekly (typically 6 hours daily) are eligible for a fullbenefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid leave.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers senior school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.


• Creates a welcoming and engaging learning environment for all students.


• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.


• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences.


• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.


• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by actively taking part in professional learning communities and other opportunities.


• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.


• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.


• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.


• Coordinates with other senior high school professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum and participates in faculty meetings and committees.


• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.


• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation and lunch.


• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.


• Performs other duties, as assigned.


• Reliable work attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field applicable to senior high school education.


• License issued by Iowa BoEE for senior high school teaching.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy enabling differentiation


• Knowledge of senior high school curriculum and concepts.


• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.


• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.


• Ability to use computer network system, techonology devices and software applications.


• Ability to organize and coordinate work.


• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, coworkers and the greater community.


• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.


• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Amount of Time

Physical Activity Occasionally
(1%-32%) Frequently
(33%-65%) Constantly
(66%-100%)

Mobility - - X

Bend X - -

Talk - - X

Hear - - X

Operate Computer - X -

Stationary Position - X -

Balance - - X

Lift Up to 20 pounds X - -

Manual Dexterity Tasks - X -

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X - -

Sitting - X -

Carrying (25 feet) X - -

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Amount of Time

Working Conditions Occasionally
(1%-32%) Frequently
(33%-65%) Constantly
(66%-100%)

District Office Hours - - X

Indoors - - X

Weekends/Off Schedule X - -

Temperature Extremes X - -

*Teachers will not be eligible for future sign-on bonuses if rehired within 3 years of separation. A teacher will not be eligible for a sign-on bonus if a prior bonus has been offered and accepted. If a teacher is terminated before a full year of employment or abandons their contract they will be required to repay the sign-on bonus at time of separation.
It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs, services, and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, rporter @fdschools.org , located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 N 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone], TDD: [phone], [e-mail]. (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675 , [e-mail], Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501).

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Math: General

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Kimberly Whitmore , Director of HR


• 109 N 25th Street


• Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]