Math Teacher - YCMS at Washtenaw… · Ann Arbor

MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator

SALARY: Range is $45,784.00-$55,672.00 per YCEA Contract

ENDORSEMENTS: Must have a valid endorsement in content area

SUMMARY:

Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible adults.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

1. Valid Michigan teaching certificate with Math Endorsement
2. Bachelor degree with required certification
3. Individuals with relevant teaching experience will receive extra consideration
4. Excellent reasoning ability
5. Understanding of concepts in content area

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

1. Teaches district approved curriculum.
2. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations at the times designated.
3. Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
4. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
5. Encourages students to set and maintain standard of classroom behavior.
6. The learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
7. Diagnoses the educational needs of students.
8. Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
9. Is available to students and parents for educational related purposes outside the instructional day.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes to walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs., such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work of students.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

1. Ability to work with pre-kindergarten students. .
2. Ability to read, analyze and interpret information including periodicals and professional journals.
3. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
4. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of educators, parents, students and the general public.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to integrate technology in the everyday work flow is necessary.
2. Ability to utilize District technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the District.
3. Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction.
4. Ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to utilize the internet and other electronic communication mechanisms.
5. Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software) is required.
6. Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction.
7. Ability to select and administer appropriate assessment tools and interpret results of assessments.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to apply math concepts consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY:

1. Highly proficient in subject areas of: reasoning, problem solving, organizational dynamics and emotional intelligence.
2. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
3. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
4. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to build rapport with others and to serve diverse publics.
2. Ability to take initiative, work well with others as a collaborative team member and exhibit good communication skills.
3. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies and individuals.
4. Ability to work creatively and skillfully with students.
5. Ability to demonstrate initiative and understanding in working with students, staff and parents/guardians.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Complete all sections of the online application at:

http://www.ycschools.us/employment. It is required that applicants upload copies of the following documents: letter of interest and resume.

DEADLINE:

The deadline to apply for this posting is Until Filled.

TERMS:

The contract, salary and other employment conditions will be established by the Board of Education. Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment for this position will be required to commit to leadership with a traditional and/or balanced calendar. Further, applicants must agree to fully participate in all relevant training inclusive of or unique to the building assigned and the District.

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. The Ypsilanti Community Schools retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment. This position description is not a contract for employment.

The Ypsilanti Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, immigration status, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any legally protected category not otherwise listed, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.