Middle School Math Teacher

Fargo Public Schools; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 47,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Fargo Public Schools in Fargo, North Dakota, seeks a Math Teacher for the second semester starting January 19, 2027. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Math Education, an ND Teaching License, and 2–3 years of teaching experience.

You will implement district-approved curriculum, develop lesson plans, communicate with families, manage classroom behavior, and assess student progress using district software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Math Education or equivalent.
• ND Teaching License.
• Two to three years teaching experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Teaches district-approved curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Keeps up to date sub notes/plans available.
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere that is consistent with the philosophy of the building administrative team.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate and accurate records and prepares progress reports using District-approved software and programs and as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paras, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student's work.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior in collaboration with building principal to help ensure safety and positive school climate.
• Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.

Skills

Teaching experience

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math Education or equivalent

ND Teaching License

Job description

Job TypeFull TimeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleScheduleTeacher's ContractSalary RangeFrom $47,393 - $91,468

This position will start second semester - January 19th, 2027

Position Purpose

To create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Responsibilities

• Communicates, collaborates, and cooperates with colleagues, supervisors, and students.
• Teaches district-approved curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Keeps up to date sub notes/plans available.
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere that is consistent with the philosophy of the building administrative team.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate and accurate records and prepares progress reports using District-approved software and programs and as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paras, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student's work.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior in collaboration with building principal to help ensure safety and positive school climate.
• Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Math Education or equivalent
• ND Teaching License

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to three years teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on a student's, parent's, guardian's, or employee's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other status protected by law.

Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or Section 504 is directed to contact Dr. Patricia Cummings, Director of Compliance, who has been designated by the District to coordinate efforts to comply with the regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The office address and telephone number of Dr. Cummings are as follows: 700 7th Street S., Fargo, North Dakota 58103, [phone].

If any person believes that the District or District staff have inadequately applied the regulations of (1) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (2) Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, (3) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or (4) the Americans with Disabilities Act, they may bring forward a grievance to the District's Section Director of Compliance who serves as the 504 Coordinator. The District's grievance procedures are established to provide a prompt and equitable resolution of a complaint. However, it should be understood by the individual involved that a complaint can be made to the Office for Civil Rights without going through the District's grievance procedures:

U.S. Department of Education

Office for Civil Rights

Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg

400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, DC 20202-1100