Position:
Math Teacher, 8th Grade
Type:
Public
Location:
Suburban
Job ID:
124615
County:
Southwest Maricopa
Posted:
July 15, 2024
Contact Information:
Liberty Elementary School District
19871 W Fremont
Buckeye, AZ 85326
District Website
Contact:
Karina Matsuura
Phone: 623-474-6621
Fax: 623-474-6629
District Email
Job Description:
4-day School Week (Monday-Thursday)
JOB GOAL:
To help each pupil develop competence in basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each pupil to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; to encourage pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content
- 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 appropriate instructional aids
- Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, whiteboard, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aides
- Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
- Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to promote an orderly, productive classroom environment
- Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills
- Communicates with parents to interpret cotemporary methods in teaching mathematics and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil's progress
- Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems
- Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day
- Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs
- Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematic teams and participates in faculty committees
- Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and/or in self-selected professional growth activities
- Other duties as may be assigned
Other:
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Education preferred
- Valid & Appropriate AZ Teacher Certificate; Highly Qualified for Middle Grades Math
- Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
SALARY:
- Per Board Approved FY25 Certified Starting Salary Guide
- $1,500 Stipend for Appropriately Certified Middle Grades Math Teacher
- $1,500 Stipend for Appropriately Certified Middle Grades Teacher Stipend
- $500 Stipend for Appropriately Certified Middle Grades Teacher at Title I School
- Up to $5,000 Proposition 301 Pay
Terms of Employment:
Exempt Status
4 Day School Week
10 Months( 167 Days)- 2024-2025 Teacher Work Calendar
Sick/Personal Leave
Health Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Participation in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Application Procedure:
Apply Online: Liberty25.org