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Middle School Math Teacher
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What they do
A Middle or High School Teacher teaches middle school students, usually in grades 6 - 12, in a public or private school. Teaches one subject, or a group of subjects, such as math and science; works with one class all year or teaches different classes of students throughout the day. May mentor students, coach a school team or advise a student club. May specialize in working with students learning English or students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$74,417 / year median in Massachusetts
+12% projected growth
Job Description
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5905087Application Deadline:
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To Be Determined Job Description- Demonstrate knowledge of the subject area
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
- Plan student-centered instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
- Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of critical thinking and effective writing skills.
- Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
- Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
- Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed.
- Use assessment data to inform instruction.
- Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure, and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
- Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
- Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
- Communicate student progress and development to parents.
- Provide written assessments, referrals, and evaluations, when necessary, for students with special needs. Participate in IEP and 504meetings as required.
- Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
- Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
- Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
- Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.