Job Description
High School Math Teacher and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Ferguson-Florissant School District - 3.7 Ferguson, MO Job Details Full-time $45,066 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Secondary mathematics teaching license Student progress monitoring Teaching Certification Learning styles adaptability Individualized instructions Academic interventions Computer skills
Full Job Description High School Math & PLTW Teacher:
Architect of Quantitative and Critical Thinking Location:
STEAM Academy at MSB (Grades 9-12) Status:
10-Month Academic Calendar | Certified Staff | Exempt The Opportunity:
Engineering the Future In Ferguson-Florissant, we believe that preparing students for the future requires breaking down the walls between traditional subjects. We are seeking an innovative, high-energy High School Math & PLTW Teacher to join our "New Chapter." In this dual-impact role, you will teach foundational math courses while also inspiring the next generation of engineers, computer scientists, and innovators through the specialized PLTW curriculum. You aren't just teaching students how to solve for x ; you are showing them how x applies to robotics, structural engineering, and digital circuitry. If you are ready to turn your classroom into a lab of mathematical discovery and design, your next chapter starts here. Role Summary The High School Math & PLTW Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, standards-aligned mathematics instruction alongside specialized Project Lead The Way courses (such as Introduction to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, or Computer Science). Reporting to the Building Principal, you will facilitate a student-centered, project-based classroom environment that emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and the engineering design process. Why You'll Succeed (Qualifications) Certified Professional:
Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in 9-12 Mathematics required. PLTW Credentialed:
Successful completion of Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Core Training in one or more high school pathways, or an immediate willingness to attend and complete summer certification training. The Innovative Instructor:
Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience preferred, with a track record of implementing project-based learning. Educationally Prepared:
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Education, or a related STEM field required. Data-Driven Educator:
Proven ability to analyze student data to differentiate instruction, providing both intervention and acceleration as needed. Tech Savvy:
Comfort with instructional and engineering technology, including 3D modeling software (CAD), graphing utilities, and digital learning platforms. Your Impact (Key Duties) Instructional Fusion:
Design and execute engaging math and PLTW lessons that challenge students to apply algebraic, geometric, and statistical concepts to complex, open-ended engineering problems. Project-Based Facilitation:
Guide students through the engineering design process, cultivating spatial reasoning, prototyping skills, and mathematical modeling. Social-Emotional Mentorship:
Use collaborative team structures within PLTW and math labs to teach communication, resilience through trial-and-error, and peer feedback. Inclusive Rigor:
Differentiate learning paths to ensure all students, from those needing foundational support to advanced honors scholars, are appropriately challenged. Data & Assessment:
Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth, align instruction with state standards, and prepare students for PLTW End-of-Course assessments. STEM Advocacy:
Collaborate with the science and career-technical education (CTE) departments to promote integrated STEM initiatives, student competitions, and career pathways. Your Leadership Partners Primary Support:
Building Principal & Department Chair District Support:
Mathematics Coordinator & CTE/STEM Director The Logistics of Your Success Classification:
Certified Staff | 10-Month Academic Calendar (187 Days). Work Year:
Standard high school teacher contract with summers, weekends, and school breaks off. Salary:
Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule (commensurate with education, experience, and certifications). Benefits:
Full-time Eligibility (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, & PSRS Retirement). The FFSD Advantage:
Total Rewards & Support We don't just hire teachers; we invest in the engineers of our students' intellect. Health & Heart:
100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to our Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic for your personal wellness. Time to Recharge & Recover:
Enjoy 10 designated sick days and 3 personal days annually to keep your mind and body operating at peak levels. Future Security:
Participation in the PSRS retirement system and district-provided Life Insurance. Professional Investment:
Full district financial support for mandatory PLTW summer training, ongoing professional development, and access to a robust network of local STEM partners. About Our District The Ferguson-Florissant School District is fiercely committed to the "New Chapter" of educational innovation. Across our campuses—including our dedicated STEAM academies—we are equipping our 10,000 scholars with the competitive STEM skills necessary to lead the 21st-century workforce. Join us in building a future where every student learns by doing. Hiring Timeline Application Deadline:
June 5, 2026 Ready to calculate your impact and engineer a brighter future? Join our high school team today!
