Mathematics Teacher (High School) (2026-2027 SY - General Pools)

Alexandria City Public Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria City Public Schools seeks a Licensed High School Mathematics Teacher to deliver district-approved curriculum while documenting student progress and outcomes. The role reports to the School Principal and operates on a 195-day, 10-month teacher calendar.

The candidate will adapt instruction, administer assessments, and communicate with families to support each student’s growth and goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Virginia Department of Education teaching provisional, collegiate, or postgraduate license with endorsement in Mathematics (or eligible to obtain).
• Note: Mathematics - Middle School 6-8 endorsement is not appropriate for this position.

Responsibilities

• Adapts instructional materials to address individualized learning plans.
• Administers assessments to gauge student progress and learning needs.
• Communicates progress to parents/guardians and sets improvement goals.
• Collaborates with staff and community resources to improve student outcomes.
• Counsels students on performance, health, and personal development.
• Manages classroom safety and behavior to support learning.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Master's Degree Preferred

Virginia Dept of Education License with Math endorsement

Job description

Overview

The High School - Mathematics Teacher facilitates student success in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. This is a Licensed High School 10-month, 195 day Teacher position, reporting to the School Principal.

Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited College or University in a Related Field Required, Master's Degree Preferred.
• Certificates & Licenses: Valid Virginia Department of Education Teaching Provisional, Collegiate, or PostGraduate License, with an endorsement in Mathematics or eligibility to obtain the Teaching License with the appropriate endorsement upon hiring. Please note the endorsement of Mathematics - Middle School 6-8 is not an appropriate endorsement for this position type/level.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
• Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. to assess student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress to communicate expectations; student\'s achievements; develops methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Counsels students on performance improvement, health status, problem-solving techniques, and a variety of personal issues.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject-specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
• Directs assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students to improve their success in academic, interpersonal, and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, nap times, etc.) to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students, provide a positive learning environment, and adhere to the Education Code and school policies.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Compensation

• Step Placement and Salary for this position is determined by The ACPS Teachers and Other Licensed Staff Salary Scale

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.