Middle School Math Teacher

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School; Catasauqua (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School in Pennsylvania is seeking a qualified teacher to plan and implement lessons within the IAA curriculum, assess progress, and maintain accurate records. The role requires PA teacher certification and a strong ability to communicate with students and parents.

The ideal candidate will create an equitable learning environment, manage multiple tasks, and participate in ongoing professional development to support student growth and achievement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subject Area is required.
• Valid Pennsylvania teacher certification required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and organize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow a course of study designed by teachers/administration, revised as needed.
• Create a learning environment conducive to student growth.
• Plan and implement lesson plans within the IAA curriculum.
• Monitor and assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain attendance records and submit absences daily.
• Develop grading procedures and maintain achievement records.
• Assist students to develop personal performance levels.
• Deliver clear, effective lessons using appropriate materials.
• Maintain appropriate classroom behavior and student discipline.
• Keep accurate, complete records as required by policy and law.
• Involve in-service training and professional development.
• Take on tasks assigned by Building Principal.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Judgment/Problem solving

Computer skills

Clear communication with students/peo

Creative thinking

Active listening

Differentiated instruction

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subject Area

PA teacher certification (valid)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The teacher is the foundation of any sound educational program. A teacher makes plans and sets goals based on the curriculum to be learned, their knowledge of students, and their instructional context. A teacher establishes and maintains a purposeful and equitable environment for learning. A teacher engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies. A teacher demonstrates professionalism in aspects that occur in and beyond the classroom/building.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Will follow a course of study following the design developed by the teachers and administration. It shall be regularly revised according to the recommendations of the teachers, administration, and the PA Department of Education.


• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity of the students.


• Plan and implement lesson plans that meet individual needs, interests, and abilities within the IAA curriculum.


• Monitor and assess student progress and provide feedback on a regular basis to students and parents/guardians.


• Maintain a careful record of each student’s attendance. All excuses for absences shall be collected and turned into the office on a daily basis.


• Develop a systematic grading procedure according to the policies of the school and maintain neat and thorough records of student achievement.


• Assist each student to develop personal levels of performance appropriate to the student’s ability.


• Responsible for presenting appropriate, effective, and orderly instructional lessons by utilizing appropriate teaching techniques and instructional materials.


• Maintain appropriate student behavior in the classrooms. In addition, all professional employees have the responsibility of student control and discipline in the halls, classroom, during assemblies,/programs, etc.


• Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by the law, IAA policy, and administrative regulations.


• Actively participates in in-service training sessions. In-service and class preparation time is to be spent involved in professional activities; such as preparation and revision of instructional materials and being informed of education developments.


• Assume individual responsibilities assigned by the Building Principal which may relate to student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS, CRITICAL SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subject Area.


• Proper valid Pennsylvania teacher certification.


• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.


• Ability to communicate effectively.


• Ability to organize tasks.


• Ability to handle multiple tasks within close time proximity.


• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment.


• Must possess computer skills.


• Must be able to communicate clearly with students, parents, and other school employees


• Must be able to think creatively and solve problems.


• Must have effective listening skills.


• Must demonstrate talent in the instruction of students with varied styles and levels of mastery.


• Must appropriately handle confidential information.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time.


• Must be able to move about your work area to needed access materials and equipment.


• Must be able to travel to and from job-related locations as necessary.


• Must be able to adjust to changes in environmental conditions.


• Must be able to access all assigned work areas and locations.


• Must be able to lift as required.