Math Teacher- Excel Center Muncie

Goodwill Education Initiatives, Inc.; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health plan

PTO and holidays

Life, dental and vision insurance

Disability plans

PSLF program

Job summary

The Excel Center in Muncie, operated by Goodwill Education Initiatives, Inc., seeks a Math Instructor who designs curriculum and supports students toward high school graduation. You’ll tailor instruction to learner needs, using direct and online methods and a student-centered approach to maximize achievement.

You will work with the instructional team to align with state standards, monitor progress, and contribute to a high-performance culture with ongoing professional development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in subject area and teaching certification, or eligibility for an emergency license.
• Ability to design and implement standards-aligned curricula and assessments.
• Strong communication and student-centered instructional approach.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements curricula and assessments aligned to standards.
• Builds lessons around student needs and available tools.
• Tracks student data to set goals and drive progress.
• Collaborates with director and coaches to support graduation outcomes.

Skills

Instructional strategies

Communication skills

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in subject specialty

Teaching Certification in subject

Willingness to obtain emergency license

Tools

G Suite

MS Office

Student information systems

Job description

Are you looking for a more flexible teaching career than the traditional school setting? Do you enjoy being part of a supportive and mission-based community focused on enhancing generational impact? At the Muncie Goodwill Excel Center, school days are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Mondays through Thursdays are instructional, and Fridays are flexible/preparatory days each week. The general salary range for this role is $49-$60K and includes full benefits (below).

Job Summary

The Math Instructor implements and develops The Excel Center curriculum and the success of its students. This role facilitates learning for students attending The Excel Center, meeting students where they are. The Instructor employs a student-centered approach, effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the student's needs, approaching instruction with grit, creativity, and innovation. Strategies include but are not limited to direct instruction, one-on-one instruction, seminars, self-paced lessons, and online learning environments. The Instructor employs high-impact instructional practices and motivational techniques. The position works with the instructional team in meeting the educational goals and adhering to applicable state, territory, and local academic standards as well as continuously improving curriculum and instruction.

Example Duties and Activities

• Designs and implements curricula and assessments that meet academic standards and measure progress towards student mastery of applicable state, territory, and local academic standards, and 21st-century skills.
• Builds lessons around student needs, including online learning tools and content.
• Identifies and tracks relevant student/school data/staff performance to set improvement and/or achievement goals and to drive future evaluation and feedback.
• Develops personal professional/performance goals and action plans to reach goals.
• Reflects on prior goals and makes adjustments to professional practice and goals.
• Works directly with the school director to develop and implement school-wide goals around graduation outcomes, enrollment needs, student achievement, retention, etc.
• Works with coaches and leadership staff to aid students’ progress toward graduation and postsecondary planning.
• Assists staff with professional development, training, and goal setting.
• Sets and maintains a high-performance culture for staff and students.
• Participates in student recruitment, enrollment, and outreach efforts.
• Builds solid relationships with students.
• Communicates student progress effectively with students and colleagues; partners with staff to ensure student success.
• Communicates strengths and areas for improvement frequently and uses restorative approaches to resolve conflict.

Required Competencies

• Degree and Credential Requirements - Bachelor's degree in subject specialty and current Teaching Certification in the subject specialty, or the willingness and eligibility to obtain an emergency teaching license.
• Instructional Strategies - Employs various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct and engage students, such as communicating content in terms they can comprehend, organizing talking points for clarity, and repeating arguments when necessary. Uses a wide range of teaching devices and methodologies appropriate to the class content, the learners' level, goals, and priorities which increase student achievement results.
• Communication Skills - Articulates thoughts and expresses ideas effectively using oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication skills, as well as listening skills to comprehend others' needs. Delivers information in person, in writing, and in a digital world.
• Information Monitoring/Reporting - Collects and reviews information to manage or improve the achievement of learning goals.
• Teamwork - Works well with others and makes valued contributions in a team setting in order to achieve the required goals and outcomes. Contributes to creating a positive learning environment that promotes productivity, mentoring, teamwork, and partnership.
• Adaptability - Maintains effectiveness when experiencing shifts in priorities; adjusts effectively while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Preferred Requirements

• Industry Standards - Displays a working knowledge of applicable state, territory, and local academic standards, and 21st-century skills.
• Teaching Expertise - Plans and delivers instruction and evaluation of student learning, ideally for high school-age students in nontraditional and/or in an adult education setting.
• Technical Knowledge - Has working knowledge of G Suite and MS Office, as well as student information systems.

Other Requirements

• Background Screening - All candidates must pass a pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• Continuing education and leadership development as well as tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive health plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Life, dental and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plansParental and sabbatical leaves
• Nationally recognized preventive health and wellness program
• Section 125 pretax health spending account, dependent care spending account, and premiums
• Retirement plan with generous match or contribution into Teachers' Retirement Fund for eligible employees
• Eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Goodwill strongly believes it is essential to raise education. Not only are the lifetime earnings of high school graduates significantly higher than those of dropouts, but children of high school graduates also are 50% less likely to drop out of high school than the children of dropouts are. Goodwill provides opportunities for adults (The Excel Center) and youth (Indianapolis Metropolitan High School).

The Excel Center Model

The Excel Center is operated by Goodwill Education Initiatives, Inc., a not-for-profit organization formed by Goodwill Legacy Group. The Excel Center is a tuition-free public high school for adults offering a high school diploma.

Mission and Values

Goodwill Legacy Group is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled employer ExcelCenter1 Since 1930, Goodwill Legacy Group has helped individuals become more economically self-sufficient through employment, education, job training, and health services. Today, we are one of the largest Goodwills in North America, providing services to thousands of individuals and families each year. We change lives every day by empowering people to increase their independence and reach their potential. As employees, we thrive and work as a team living and breathing Goodwill's values. When becoming an employee, you can expect to embrace the values of Innovation, The Value of the Individual, Learning, Employment, Self-Sufficiency, and Lasting Impact. We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Goodwill Legacy Group participates in E-Verify. All individuals hired will be required to complete the federal employment eligibility verification process. Please review the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work here.