Jr. High Math Teacher

Job Description
Jr. High School Math Teacher
Qualifications: The Jr. High School Math Teacher must hold a valid Nebraska professional teaching certificate.
Length of Contract:Will follow the length of service as outlined in the Negotiated Agreement.
Immediate Supervisor: The Jr. High School Math Teacher reports directly to the Principal or designee.
General Job Description: In accordance with district policies and procedures, the Jr. High School Math Teacher is responsible for planning and teaching math lessons to grades 7th through 8th and helping all students in developing interest in math subjects.
Specific Job Functions:The Jr. High School Math Teacher:

1. Develops and implements plans for the curriculum program assigned, and prepares lessons that reflect accommodation for individual student differences.
2. Consistently assesses student achievement through formal and informal testing.
3. Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school district and creates a classroom that is conducive to learning.
4. Manages student behavior in the classroom and administers discipline according to board policies and regulations.
5. Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students and their parents.
6. Participates in District Staff Development opportunities.
7. Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
8. Completes any other assignments deemed appropriate by the building principal.
9. Collaborates with other teachers and staff members.

Evaluation: All teaching staff are evaluated annually according to the provisions of the "Appraisal of Teacher Service" in the Springfield Platteview Community Schools Handbook. This function is performed by the building principal or designee and the summative evaluation is completed twice annually for probationary staff and once annually for tenured staff as a minimum. All due process prescribed in state statutes is afforded teachers of Springfield Platteview Community Schools.