Math Teacher- 3rd (Lloyd)

MC PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF WISCONSIN INC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee College Prep is seeking a dedicated teacher to implement and develop its curriculum to ensure student success in Milwaukee. The role emphasizes designing assessments, using data to refine instruction, and collaborating across grade levels and school functions.

The candidate will communicate with families, build positive relationships with scholars, and model exemplary conduct within MCP. Responsibilities include supporting staff orientation, supervising instructional assistants, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and licensed to teach the grade level/subject.
• Fully Licensed or eligible for Wisconsin charter teacher license.
• Valid Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting Certification before first day.
• Passionate about teaching and aligned with MCP's educational philosophy.
• Able to implement curriculum and assess progress toward standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards.
• Design and implement assessments to measure progress toward standards.
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Collaborate in curriculum development and grade-level activities.
• Foster positive classroom culture and effective student behavior management.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Direct educational assistants/volunteers to support instruction.
• Support other teachers and participate in staff orientation and trainings.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom management

Instructional design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary:The teacher holds primary responsibility for the implementation and development of Milwaukee College Prep’s curriculum and the success of its students.Essential Functions:• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards• Design and implement assessments that measure progress toward academic standards• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions• Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior• Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues• Build relationships with scholars and develop a positive classroom culture• Participate in annual three-week staff orientation and training• Model exemplary conduct for scholars and MCP communityOther Duties:• Directs educational assistants, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students• Performs other related duties, as assigned• Supports other classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of established curriculum and/or individual student plans• Attends trainings and staff meetingsPhysical Demands/Working Conditions:The majority of this job involves walking or standing, mostly indoors with the exception of playground duty, dismissal, fire drills, and outdoor field trips. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Job Parameters: (Full time)Vacation – between 6/15 and 8/1 plus staff vacation days during school year (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, etc). 10 paid personal days per year.Full life, health, dental and vision benefitsEligible to participate in retirement plan, with school matching up to 5% of salary after one full year of service.Successful candidates will utilize the following resources:Marva Collins, Marva Collins Way (Tarcher, 1990)Jay Mathews, Work Hard. Be Nice.: How Two Inspired Teachers Created the Most Promising Schools in America (Algonquin Books, 2009Rafe Esquith, There Are No Shortcuts (Anchor, 2004)Professional ResourcesSteven Covey, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (Free Press, 2004)Steven Covey, The Leader in Me: How Schools and Parents Around the World Are Inspiring Greatness, One Child at a Time (Free Press, 2009)Doug Lemov and Norman Atkins, Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques that Put Students on the Path to College (Jossey-Bass, 2010)Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree required, additional, ongoing professional development preferredFully Licensed for the grade level/subject, or eligible for a charter teacher license issued by Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.Valid “Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting” Certification required before first day with scholars.Skills/AttributesMust have a belief in and be in alignment with Milwaukee College Prep’s core beliefs and educational philosophy.Must be passionate about teaching and tenacious in ensuring each scholar’s success.