Inspiring Secondary Math Teacher

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking a Secondary Classroom Teacher to deliver a standards-based curriculum in a supportive school community. The successful candidate will hold a Missouri Teaching Certificate and be prepared to align instruction with district goals.

The role involves developing lessons, assessing student progress, and collaborating with parents and staff to support lifelong learning for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Teaches a specified content area to pupils using the district's course of study and learning activities.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and required subject matter per state law and district procedures.
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum.
• Translates lesson plans into engaging learning experiences to maximize instructional time.
• Maintains standards of pupil behavior to create a productive learning environment.
• Evaluates pupil progress, keeps records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil progress.
• Identifies pupil needs and collaborates with staff to address health, attitude, and learning issues.
• Creates effective learning environments with displays, bulletin boards, and centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education and growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the work day.
• Administers group standardized tests in line with district testing programs.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.

Education

Missouri Teaching Certificate

Job description

Independence School District is seeking a Secondary Classroom Teacher to deliver a standards-based curriculum in a supportive school community. The successful candidate will hold a Missouri Teaching Certificate and be prepared to align instruction with district goals.

The role involves developing lessons, assessing student progress, and collaborating with parents and staff to support lifelong learning for all pupils.