Middle School Math Teacher Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Middle School Math Teacher 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 2024 Academy Rd, Johns Island, SC 29455 About Charleston Collegiate School Charleston Collegiate School is an independent day school that strives to recognize, nurture, and challenge each of its students. Organized as a Lower School (PK-5), Middle School (6-8), and Upper School (9-12), CCS prides itself on being an independent, co-educational, non-sectarian, prekindergarten through 12th grade, located just outside of Charleston’s metropolitan area. Charleston Collegiate School offers a thirty-acre campus of vast playing fields and wooded trails and is located only twenty minutes from Charleston’s historic district on one side and Kiawah Island on the other. CCS has a challenging, supportive learning community that coaches students to become lifelong learners. A CCS education uses the pillars of project-based learning, entrepreneurship, artistic expression, and leadership through outdoor education to teach a high-quality education to a diverse student body. Job Description Charleston Collegiate School seeks an innovative and passionate Middle School Math Teacher to inspire and guide students in grades 7 through 9 through general math, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra I. This position requires a dedicated educator with strong content knowledge, a commitment to project-based learning, and the ability to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and curiosity in students. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons in general math, Pre-Algebra, and Algebra I that emphasize critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world applications. Use a scaffolded approach to support individual student needs, utilizing data-driven instruction to track progress and adapt teaching methods. Foster a classroom environment that reflects the school’s values of empathy, integrity, optimism, community, and advocacy, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning space. Integrate Charleston Collegiate School’s pillars of project-based learning into the math curriculum. Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to design interdisciplinary projects that enhance learning and promote cross-curricular connections. Engage students in the outdoor campus setting to explore mathematical concepts in creative, experiential ways. Maintain ongoing communication with families regarding student progress, class objectives, and opportunities for additional support or enrichment. Demonstrate a positive mindset, flexibility, and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of middle school learners. Stay current on best practices in math education and adolescence, and actively participate in professional development opportunities to enhance instruction. Contribute to a collaborative, forward-thinking team of educators dedicated to student success and school improvement initiatives. An openness to engage in and lead student-life activities, such as advisory programs, leading clubs, coaching, or participating in after-school initiatives. Qualifications College Degree (minimum Bachelors) Good working knowledge of Google Suite Efficient typing, email, database, spreadsheet, and internet skills Ability to communicate effectively and get along with co-workers and management Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance Ability to exercise sound judgment, problem-solve, and manage multiple projects Ability to present a professional image as a representative of the School Current in First-aid training or equivalent Salary and Benefits Charleston Collegiate School is committed to attracting and retaining the highest quality faculty and staff through a competitive compensation plan, retirement benefits and full medical/dental coverage. Individual salary is negotiable depending on years of experience and educational background.

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Charleston Collegiate School values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.