Math Teacher (Grades: 9-12)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dallas seeks a dedicated Math Teacher for grades 9-12. The role involves developing lesson plans, evaluating student progress, and maintaining a positive learning environment. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Texas teacher certificate. This position requires strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction, along with adaptability to changing environments.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas teacher certificate with endorsements for the assigned subject and level.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district requirements.
• Evaluate and record students' progress and report to parents.
• Maintain accurate records of student information.

Skills

Adaptability

Knowledge of Curriculum

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description - Math Teacher (Grades: 9-12) (RTP20250513-097)

Job Description

Math Teacher (Grades: 9-12) - (RTP20250513-097)

Description

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. Assist and support the building principal to ensure on-site administration, execution of the district's educational programs, policies, regulations, and quality instruction for all students in a safe and healthy environment.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill requirements of the district's instruction curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior.
• Establish a system of student evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district.
• Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required.
• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district.
• Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes.
• Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using various media and methods to motivate students and utilize time effectively.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school.
• Share responsibility for interpreting educational programs to the community through activities like open house and PTA meetings.
• Plan and coordinate the work of aides, paraprofessionals, and student teachers (when applicable).
• Participate with the principal to develop evaluation systems in conformance with district guidelines.
• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain, and file all required reports and documents.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at the worksite.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle objects, and talk or hear. Frequently reach with hands and arms. Occasionally stand and walk. Must routinely lift/move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level is usually moderate. Travel within the district is required. Remote work is not an option for campus-based employees, as regular attendance at the worksite is essential.

Qualifications

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with endorsements for the assigned subject and level
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to follow specific instructions and perform routine tasks
• Flexibility to adapt to changing environments
• Willingness to stay current with professional developments