Middle School Math Teacher

Middle School Math Teacher Job Description

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

Job Overview :

Kuumba Academy Charter School (KACS) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Math Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging lesson plans and fostering a positive learning environment for students.

Position includes a $5,000 Sign-on bonus!

• Responsibilities of Kuumba Academy Teachers Include but Are Not Limited to :
• Academic Achievement and Character Development
• Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment
• Motivate students to achieve high academic and behavioral standards
• Invest students and families in development of academic success and Kuumba Core values
• Utilize data to drive instruction and intervention
• Design and implement unit and lesson plans in collaboration with grade / subject teams
• Hold all students accountable during transitions, trips, and school events
• All teachers will plan and lead student CREW on a daily basis in order to help students forge positive, productive relationships with self, students and adults. All Crew plans should align with the school wide Crew curriculum and Habits of Scholarship
• Teachers will provide differentiated instruction to all students to ensure that all students demonstrate 1.5 years growth as measured by NWEA’s Maps assessment in order to close the achievement gap for all students
• Teachers will be evaluated using the Teaching Excellence Framework
• Professional Growth and Development
• Collaborate with instructional coaches and school team to continuously improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills
• Participate enthusiastically in all professional development, team planning, and data analysis meetings
• Function as a school-wide partner in helping to raise student achievement and character for all students in the school reinforce school-wide expectations and volunteering to take on additional activities as needed to improve school culture
• Skills and Characteristics
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
• High level of personal organization and planning.
• Team player : maturity, humility, grit, flexible, follow-through, sense of humor, open to feedback and a “roll-up-my-sleeves” attitude.
• Strong belief in the Kuumba mission and educational model.
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for subject matter.
• Educational Background and Requirements :
• Two years of teaching experience highly preferred with a proven record of high achievement
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
• Teacher certification within the State of Delaware (required).

If you are a dedicated Math Teacher with a passion for inspiring students, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $56,504.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Work Location : In person