Mathematics Teacher

LAKE TAYLOR SCHOOL; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Taylor School in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Mathematics Teacher for secondary students. The role requires strong knowledge of mathematics, ability to deliver engaging lessons, and collaboration with staff, counselors, and families.

The teacher will plan lessons, assess student progress, and foster a positive learning environment within district guidelines. Qualifications include a mathematics degree and Virginia teaching certification eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a Major or Minor in mathematics.
• Tuberculin Skin Test certifying that the individual is free of contagious tuberculosis.
• Eligible for, or in possession of, appropriate Virginia Teaching Certificate.
• Above average walking, bending, standing, stooping, lifting in a classroom environment.
• Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers and graphing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach mathematics to secondary pupils using district curricula and standards.
• Develop daily and unit lesson plans to facilitate understanding.
• Use assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
• Create a positive classroom environment with clear behavior standards.
• Communicate with parents and school counselors about student progress.
• Participate in district professional development and curriculum activities.

Skills

Mathematics knowledge

Presentation & communication

Interaction with students and staff

Teaching principles

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics

Virginia Teaching Certificate eligibility

Tools

Graphing technologies

Personal computers

Job description

Mathematics Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5935272
Application Deadline: Oct 21, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Exempt; 7.33 Hours/Day; 200 Days/Year; 10 Months/Year

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a Major or Minor in mathematics.
• Tuberculin Skin Test certifying that the individual is free of contagious tuberculosis.
• Eligible for, or in possession of, appropriate Virginia Teaching Certificate.
• Above average amount of walking, bending, standing, stooping, lifting in a class room environment and laboratories.
• Work involves exposure to normal everyday hazards.
• Work is performed in a classroom and requires no unusual demands.
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the subject(s) to be taught.
• Demonstrate considerable knowledge of the principles and methodologies of effective teaching.
• Ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports and effectively interact with pupils, other teachers, administrators and classified employees.
• Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers and graphing technologies.

Nature of Position

• This is a specialized teaching performed in a classroom.
• The teacher is responsible for shaping and directing students’ activities so that they have opportunities to engage meaningfully in mathematics; helping each pupil develop mathematical skills and proficiencies and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; motivate each pupil to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; and encouraging pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.
• The teacher is responsible directly to the principal or designee.
• Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary pupils utilizing courses of study adopted by the Board of Education and appropriate curriculum standards as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Furthers the development of citizenship and instructs pupils in basic subject matter specified in state law, administrative regulations, and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans (both daily and unit plans), uses physical space and materials in ways that facilitate students learning, stresses a "discovery" approach, and effectively integrates appropriate instructional aids.
• Facilitates understanding of mathematical concepts through the use of models, commercial and/or teacher-prepared instructional aids, computers, and graphing technologies.
• Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil; encourages students to work independently and collaboratively to make sense of mathematics.
• Designs learning activities that will reflect the intrinsic role of mathematics to the physical, social, and business worlds.
• Establishes and maintains an environment conducive to positive teacher/student relations; promotes and environment which respects and values students’ ideas, ways of thinking and mathematical dispositions.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior for an orderly, productive learning environment.
• Uses a variety of assessments to monitor and evaluate the mathematics learning of each student and to make instructional decisions.
• Evaluates each pupil’s growth in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Selects and requests books, instructional aids and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records.
• Actively participates in professional development activities provided by the district and/or self-selected growth activities.
• Identifies pupils’ needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Participates in curriculum development opportunities.
• Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics to discuss the pupil’s progress.
• Communicates with school counselors to discuss the pupil’s progress.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.
• Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams or clubs.
• Participates cooperatively with the principal or designee to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
• Regularly engages in self-analysis of their own teaching and appraises how their teaching is affecting what the students are learning.
• Maintains professional standards in addition to instructional duties by serving on committees to advise on non-academic affairs as school discipline, honors, awards, assemblies; and participating in local and national mathematics teaching and civic associations.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $62.49 to $82,206 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Math: General

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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