Math Teacher - Durfee High School Details

Fall River Public Schools - Fall River, MA

Employment Type : Full-Time

FALL RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS


TITLE
: MATHEMATICS TEACHER -


QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure
  • Bachelor's Degree with major or minor in Mathematics


REPORTS TO
: School Principal and Department Head


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.


PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
:


  • Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the

School Committee, and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.

  • Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, and other

standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.

  • 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 provide an orderly, productive

classroom environment.

  • Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
  • Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary 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.
  • Participates in curriculum and other development programs.
  • Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty meetings.
  • Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the School Department and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
  • All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee.


SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
:


In accordance with the Fall River Educators’ Association contract. Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.


Closing Date for Applications: As indicated on webpage


The Fall River Public Schools offers all programs, activities, and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin,

sexual orientation, and disability.

Posted on : 2 years ago