Math Teacher

BASIC FUNCTION:           

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 and to encourage pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

1. Teaches courses of 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.

2. Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

3. Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aides stressing "discover" and laboratory learning methods.

4. Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalk board, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aides.

5. Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

6. Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.

7. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.

8. Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.

9. Selects and requisitions books, instructional aides, and instructional supplies. Maintains required inventory records.

10. Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary aids, and instructional mathematics and with parents and school counselor to discuss the individual pupil's progress.

11. Identifies pupil needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.

12. Supervises pupils in out of classroom activities during the assigned work day.

13. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.

14. Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty committees.

15. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.

16. Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.

17. Performs other assigned duties as deemed necessary to fulfill the role of mathematics teacher by the principal.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Special Secondary, Single Subject, Standard Secondary or General Secondary Credential.

CLAD/BCLAD

At least two or three years successful classroom teaching experience preferred.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California driver’s license.

PERFORMANCE ABILITIES:

1. Ability to work with and understand students of elementary school age.

2. Ability to obtain and maintain good rapport with students, faculty and parents.

3. Maintain high standards of physical and mental health.