Middle Grades Math Teacher (Grades 5-8)

Dublin-Laurens County Development Authority; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dublin-Laurens County Development Authority is seeking a middle school teacher to implement district-approved curriculum and support student growth in academics and social skills. The role involves creating a safe, engaging classroom, documenting progress, and communicating with families.

The position requires GaPSC certification and involves standard classroom responsibilities, collaboration with staff, and participation in district-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and differentiated instruction.
• Familiarity with middle school curriculum across subjects.
• Ability to use school data systems and analyze student progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver district-approved curriculum to middle school students.
• Record student progress, grades, and attendance as required.
• Assess and adjust instruction for individual needs, including special education.

Skills

Teaching methods

Middle school curriculum

Data analysis

Education laws

IT proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication

Self-evaluation

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments

GaPSC certification in field required

FLSA Status: Exempt
190 Teacher Contract
Placement on the DCS Salary Scale based on certification level and experience