Mathematics Teacher

Fall River Public Schools; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fall River Public Schools is seeking a High School Mathematics teacher for B.M.C. Durfee High School in Fall River, MA.

The teacher will implement the district's approved math curriculum, engage students, and contribute to a collaborative department focused on student growth. The qualified candidate holds Massachusetts licensure and a Bachelor's degree with a major or minor in Mathematics, demonstrates strong instructional skills, and participates in ongoing professional development and school

Qualifications

• Massachusetts teaching licensure is required.
• Bachelor's Degree with major or minor in Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Teaches secondary mathematics per approved district curriculum.
• Demonstrates concepts using board, projector, and instructional aids.
• Provides individualized or small-group instruction when needed.
• Designs activities relating mathematics to the real world.
• Maintains standards of pupil behavior for an orderly classroom.
• Evaluates pupil progress in mathematics.
• Communicates with parents and counselors about pupil progress.
• Participates in curriculum development and department meetings.
• Supports student activities such as mathematics teams.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service activities.

Education

Massachusetts Licensure

Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

Job description

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Mathematics
  
• Date Posted:
  8/5/2026
  
• Location:
  B.M.C. Durfee High School
  

TITLE:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure
• Bachelor's Degree with major or minor in Mathematics

REPORTS TO:

School Principal and Department Head

JOB GOAL:

To help each pupil develop competence in basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each pupil to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; to encourage pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the School Committee, and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics, and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil's progress.
• Identifies pupil needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Participates in curriculum and other development programs.
• Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty meetings.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the School Department and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
• All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

In accordance with the Fall River Educators' Association contract.Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race,color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.