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.