Math Teacher - Lewiston Middle School

Lewiston Public Schools; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 41,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated educator to inspire and instruct students in a virtual learning environment. This role involves teaching a district-approved curriculum, creating engaging classroom experiences, and assessing student progress. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a valid teaching certificate, along with a passion for fostering student growth. With a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and tuition reimbursement, this position offers a supportive environment for both professional development and personal fulfillment. Join a team committed to shaping responsible and capable individuals.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Plans

Paid Sick Days

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for teaching role.
• Valid Teaching Certificate and endorsements necessary.

Responsibilities

• Teaches approved curriculum and prepares for classes.
• Creates conducive classroom environments for learning.
• Assesses student achievements and provides progress reports.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Instructional Techniques

Student Assessment

Virtual Learning Environment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Teaching Software

Job description

SUMMARY: Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.
Salary: $41,286.41 - $77,875.35

Lewiston Public Schools offers a robust employee benefits package for full-time employees, including: health insurance with up to 85% of the premium paid by the employer; dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance; flexible spending and dependent care accounts; Maine Public Employee, 403(b) and 457 retirement plans; 15 paid sick days per year; tuition reimbursement and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned.

• Teaches District approved curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with a virtual learning environment and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
• In harmony with the goals establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure in a virtual setting, and maintains order in the virtual classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior in a virtual setting.
• Diagnoses the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises classroom and students and volunteers with assistance, advice and support from administration.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Teaching Certificate and endorsements.

Lewiston Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.