Middle School Math Teacher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Ensure that knowledge is accessible to all students while enhancing their cognitive abilities and appreciation for learning.

• Implement Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) effectively.

• Promote self-esteem, motivation, civic responsibility, and leadership among students.

• Create teaching materials and instructional strategies tailored to student needs.

• Plan for the involvement of instructional assistants and parental volunteers in managing the classroom.

• Enforce school policies consistently.

• Engage with parents and guardians regarding students’ academic performance and discipline issues through various communication methods including phone calls, notes, and progress reports.

• Provide instruction across multiple subjects such as math, reading, writing, science, social studies, technology, counseling, study skills, health, problem-solving, foreign languages, ESL, family and consumer sciences, physical education, music, and chorus.

• Identify and apply effective instructional techniques, strategies, and methods; modify curriculum and learning styles to assess and meet the diverse needs of students.

• Adhere to regular and predictable attendance requirements.

• Design activities, resources, lesson plans, and substitute teaching plans that align with educational objectives and school guidelines.

• Develop, analyze, modify, and implement ILPs based on student assessments.

• Evaluate and assess student performance, behavior, and progress through grades and progress reports.

• Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff information.

• Support students in making informed decisions regarding their well-being.

• Contribute to personal and professional growth alongside colleagues, share and plan curriculum, keep up-to-date with educational trends, and comply with state and school requirements.

• Collaborate effectively to fulfill the goals of the school program.

• Foster a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

• Undertake additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a Post-Bachelor’s in Education from an accredited institution, or compliance with Highly Qualified standards as per the Arizona Department of Education.

• A valid State Teaching Certificate from any state; Arizona preferred.

• Appropriate endorsements may be necessary depending on the instructional area, or successful completion of relevant AEPA or NES proficiency examinations.

• A satisfactory criminal background check is required.

• A current Active Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is essential.

• Professional verification of effective classroom teaching performance and/or student teaching experience.

• Any equivalent combination of experience, training, and/or education that demonstrates comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

• Proficiency in utilizing instructional adaptive technology tools in online courses.

• Competency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

• Proficient with technology, computers, and the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and planning capabilities.

• Ability to report to work consistently and punctually.

• Capacity to collaborate with teachers, parents, students, alumni, corporate partners, vendors, and admissions staff.

• Must uphold the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information.

• Must be able to meet physical demands including standing, talking, hearing, walking, sitting, using hands/arms/fingers, and occasionally pushing or lifting items weighing up to 15 lbs.

🏝️ Benefits

• Occasional travel may be necessary for site visits, meetings, training sessions, and/or conferences, which may include overnight stays.

• Reasonable accommodations can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development are available.