Math Teacher - Algebra/Geometry

Highland Community Unit School District 5; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland High School in Highland, IL, is seeking a full-time math teacher to cover Algebra and Geometry within a traditional seven-period schedule for an approximate 800-student school.

The position welcomes involvement in curriculum development, instructional improvement, and extracurricular coaching. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of Illinois Learning Standards, strong classroom management, and effective communication with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have a Math endorsement and evidence of successful work with high school age students.
• Ability to create engaging lessons leveraging evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Demonstrated understanding of Illinois Learning Standards and corresponding assessments.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with students, parents, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach high school math courses ( Algebra / Geometry / others as needed ).
• Work within a traditional seven-period schedule in a roughly 800-student high school.
• Contribute to curriculum development and instructional improvement.
• Engage in extracurricular/coaching opportunities as available.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Curriculum development

Effective communication

Instructional strategies for high学校

Education

Math endorsement

Job description

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ Mathematics
• Date Posted: 11/2/2026
• Location: Highland High School
• Date Available: 08/16/2027

Description

Full-time math education in a 800 student high school using a traditional seven-period schedule. Courses will include Algebra/Basic Algebra, Geometry/Basic Geometry, or others as needed; Coaching and Extra Curriculars also available.

Applicant must be willing to:

• Contribute to and support curriculum development and instructional improvement.
• Use research based methods to develop engaging lessons that require higher order thinking.
• Show knowledge and ability to apply Illinois Learning Standards
• Communicate effectively both written and verbal.
• Communicate high expectations for teaching and learning.
• Provide strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Work cooperatively with teachers in all departments to support a collaborative school culture.
• Accept professional development opportunities and commit to continual improvement.
• Participate in extracurricular/coaching opportunities as available.

Qualifications

Endorsement in Math and evidence of successful work with high school age students.

Salary

Based on HEA contract.