About this role
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Master's degree or higher from a recognized, accredited college or university; 2. Valid Texas administrator's/principal certification, preferred; 3. Minimum of four (4) years of successful experience as a math classroom teacher; 4. Preference given to applicants with experience in secondary math; 5. Demonstrated: • Commitment to life-long learning that supports high-quality first-time instruction, including the use of technology; • Ability to develop and write curriculum; • Ability to lead professional learning; • Ability to manage data; 6. Demonstrated skills in leading, motivating and cooperating with other teachers, campus administrators and district personnel. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Probationary/Term Contract: 220 days SALARY: $76,684/IA-4 Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Coordinate the development, review, and update of middle school math programs and related curriculum documents and materials, including curriculum guides, course outlines, scopes and sequences, and grading plans.
• Work cooperatively with campus principals and curriculum and instruction department members in developing and supervising the middle school math instructional programs.
• Work with teacher committees to determine priority objectives in math.
• Work with appropriate instructional personnel to establish district standards for acceptable levels of student achievement in middle school math.
• Obtain and use evaluative findings (including student achievement data) to examine curriculum and instruction program effectiveness for middle school math.
• Provide training for teachers in areas related to improving student learning.
• Plan and provide staff development for teachers, administrators, and staff in middle school math.
• Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback and assistance to classroom teachers to facilitate improvement and innovation.
• Participate in the purchase, use, care, and replacement of materials.
• Assist with the adoption of textbooks in middle school math courses.
• Review, recommend, and incorporate technology tools to support math instruction.
• Coordinate the development of materials and support the facilitation of summer school math courses and camps and middle school acceleration courses.
• Participate actively in professional math leader/teacher associations and encourage participation of other math teachers.
• Supervise middle school math coaches and instructional specialists.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Director of MS Curriculum and Instruction.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of a mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Frequent district-wide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress APPLICATION INFORMATION: Applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.