Teacher, Math M/J

Polk County Public Schools

Winter Haven (FL)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free educator liability coverage

Paid holidays and sick leave

Access to no-cost employee health clinics

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Ongoing professional development

Mentorship and onboarding for new teachers

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools is seeking a Teacher for Math M/J in Winter Haven, Florida. This role is focused on ensuring that all students learn essential skills necessary for their development. Responsibilities include planning and implementing instruction, assessing student performance, and maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and be certified and highly qualified. Benefits include free educator liability coverage and medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Must be Certified, Qualified and Highly Qualified as defined by the Course Code(s) assigned.
Ability to administer testing instruments as required.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements a program of instruction adhering to the district's goals.
Creates a conducive classroom environment using various teaching strategies.
Evaluates students using multiple assessment methods and makes adjustments as needed.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work cooperatively

Bilingual/biliterate preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified and Highly Qualified

Job description

Job Location (Short): Winter Haven, FL, USA, 33880

Status: Open

Salary Grade: Teacher

Position Title

Teacher, Math M/J

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to ensure that all students learn the basic and essential skills at each grade level.

Essential Functions of this Job

A. Instructional Process
Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the district's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.

Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies and encourages student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits.

Provides progress and interim reports as required.

Prepares substitute folder containing appropriate information as requested by the building principal.

Recognizes learning problems and makes referrals as appropriate.

Demonstrates a strong grasp of subject matter and uses effective oral and written expression.
B. Curriculum Development
Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and is willing to share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.

Assists in the on-going curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study.

Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Become acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.
C. Classroom Management
Develops, in accordance with district and building guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate discipline techniques which are consistently applied.

Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

Shares responsibility during the school day for supervision of students in all areas of the school.

Provides for the supervision of assigned students when circumstances require a brief absence from the assignment.
D. Public Relations
Upholds and enforces board policy, administrative procedures, and school rules and regulations.

Maintains appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of conference and planning time.

Strives to communicate the positive aspects of our school program to the public.

Works cooperatively with parents to strengthen the educational program for their children.

Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with other staff.
E. Professional Growth
Continues professional growth through attendance at workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework.

Maintains membership in appropriate professional organizations.

Cooperates with the administration in planning appropriate in-service training programs.

Attends staff, department, and committee meetings as required.
F. Student Evaluation
Evaluates accomplishments of students on a regular basis using multiple assessment methods such as teacher-made test, sample of students work, mastery skills check lists, criterion-referenced tests and norm-referenced tests.

Make appropriate adjustments in the instructional program based on assessed results.

Performs duties necessary to maintain the accountability required for the instructional program and as required by the building principal.

Respects the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Must be Certified, Qualified and Highly Qualified as defined by the Course Code(s) assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts and agencies in providing services to students.

Ability to develop concepts and ideas and relate both in oral and written form.

Knowledge of child development.

Ability to administer testing instruments as required.

Must possess strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with students, teams and groups.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the position.

Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires sitting, standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with students, internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. May require working outdoors as well, with exposure to outdoor elements including weather changes, foliage, insects, etc. Requires sitting, standing and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects frequently weighing up to 20 pounds and infrequently weighing more than 20 pounds.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

2 - Teachers Union - B1 - Classroom Teacher

Benefits