Math Teacher - HHS (2027-2028 School Year)

HARRISONBURG HIGH SCHOOL; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrisonburg High School, part of Harrisonburg City Public Schools, is seeking a High School Math Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year. The position requires a Virginia Collegiate Professional license or eligible status, with a math endorsement and a strong commitment to equity, differentiation, and student engagement.

The role reports to the principal and operates on a 200-day contract with a 56,351–78,895 USD yearly salary range, reflecting a standard teacher salary scale.

Qualifications

• Possesses or qualifies for Virginia teaching license with endorsed area.
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and research-based practices.
• Strong public speaking and written communication.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement daily written lesson plans.
• Evaluate student learning and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Differentiates instruction to meet diverse needs.
• Maintain appropriate classroom behavior and manage instructional time.
• Motivate students and use effective instructional materials and technology.
• Communicate with students, parents and the community.
• Participate in professional development and collaborative planning.

Skills

Public speaking

Technology use

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Virginia Collegiate Professional license

endorsement in assigned area

Provisional license

Career Switcher

Statement of Eligibility

Collegiate Professional

Post-Graduate Professional

Applied for License

Eligible for License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Math Teacher - HHS (2027-2028 School Year)

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Job Description

HARRISONBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Position:

High School Math Teacher

Reports to:

Principal

Contract:

200 Days

Salary Scale:

Teacher

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Revised:

9/2010, 1/2021

TITLE:

High School Math Teacher

Qualifications:

• Possesses or qualify for a Virginia Collegiate Professional license with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
• Possesses outstanding knowledge and skill in the assigned instructional area and demonstrates enthusiasm for teaching and the learning process.
• Demonstrates knowledge of instructional strategies and skills related to scientifically-based research and its implementation.
• Proficiency in public speaking and written communication to express and/or exchange ideas.
• Proficiency in the use of a variety of instructional technology including computers with experience in Microsoft Office, email and other applications.
• Emotionally mature, objective and sensitive to people and their concerns. Able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, families, staff, co-workers and community agencies.
• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience working with diverse learning needs and with children that may benefit from alternative learning models is preferred.
• Familiarity with racial equity and inclusion frameworks.

Planning and Assessment:

• Establishes and implements daily written lesson plans.
• Evaluates student learning and revises instruction accordingly.
• Structures teaching to encourage independent thinking by students.
• Effectively prepares/uses instructional materials and technology resources.
• Instruction:
• Maintains appropriate expectations for all students.
• Differentiates instruction.
• Maintains appropriate student classroom behavior.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the subject/grade.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Displays enthusiasm for teaching.
• Utilizes strategies to meet class objectives, student needs and abilities.
• Effectively motivates students.
• Manages Instructional time wisely.

Communication:

• Models acceptable written and oral expressions
• Effectively communicates with students, parents and the community.
• Provides appropriate feedback to students
• Professionalism and Community Relations:
• Uses measures of student learning to improve instruction.
• Models professional, moral and ethical standards and personal integrity.
• Participates in meaningful and continuous process of professional development.
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with peers, staff, parents and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population.
• Provides services to the professional, the school division and/or the community.
• Displays professionalism:
• Demonstrates good attendance and punctuality
• Submits required reports on time and meets other deadlines
• Maintains accurate records
• Follows proper channels of communication
• Appropriately maintains confidentiality
• Is familiar with and abides by School Board policies, regulations and school procedures

Other:

• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth) and training to keep materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures and properly maintains equipment.
• Responds to telephone, email and in-person requests, inquiries and questions in a professional, polite and responsive manner.
• Attends all required meetings.
• Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions, including non-discriminatory and cultural inclusion practices by respecting the worth, dignity and individual beliefs of others.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Director of Instruction.
• Provides an appropriate learning environment

Required License (One or more are required to qualify for this position):

Provisional

Career Switcher

Statement of Eligibility

Collegiate Professional

Post-Graduate Professional

Applied for License

Eligible for License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Light work, lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. Regular travel throughout the school and effectively interact with students, staff, and community members. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; and subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Regular contact with staff members is required. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EVALUATION:

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of licensed personnel.

The above is intended to describe the essential functions of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of this position.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$56,351 to $78,895 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Math: General

Contact Information

• Harrisonburg City Public Schools HR Department
• One Court Square
• Harrisonburg , Virginia 22801
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]