Long Term Mathematics Sub Teacher (Integrated - Grades 7-12) The Oberlin City School District is offering highly motivated teachers an opportunity to join a dynamic educational team by applying for the position of High School Math Teacher - Long Term Sub.
The mission of the Oberlin City Schools is to provide effective education that will maximize success for all students in the district. Oberlin's Board has articulated the priorities of a multicultural and highly rigorous curriculum. As a result, the entire district has implemented the International Baccalaureate Program. Benefiting from continuous community support, the district enjoys a strong and stable financial base. Oberlin was one of the first districts in the state to pass a school income tax. The Oberlin School District enjoys a significant partnership with Oberlin College and the City of Oberlin. Driven by a shared vision to provide a compelling, top quality teaching and learning environment for the children of Oberlin, leaders of the schools and the college formed the College Schools Partnership, a collaborative venture that supports the creative use of resources from both institutions for the benefit of the entire community.
Concurrently founded in 1833 with nationally renowned Oberlin College, the city of Oberlin has a rich and diverse history with a vibrant cultural life, Oberlin was once called “the most cosmopolitan small town in America”. Easily accessible by major highways, Oberlin is located just half an hour from Cleveland and twenty minutes from the shores of Lake Erie. Oberlin has a charm all its own: tree-lined streets; bike paths; community festivals and concerts; unique shops; and some of the most interesting people in the world. Recreation facilities abound in our town. You will find indoor/outdoor pools, tennis courts, running tracks, physical fitness equipment and much more throughout Oberlin.
Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills and competence in basic and complex mathematical principles, equations, formulas and calculations, as well as an understanding of the application of mathematics in the solution of practical problems.
Essential Performance Responsibilities - Develops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Teaches knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real an imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
- Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Maintains familiarity with district and Ohio State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of a wide range of mathematic subject areas, including arithmetic equations, calculus, trigonometry, geometry, and other related areas.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Qualifications Profile - Ohio State Certification as a Mathematics Education Teacher - Integrated Math preferred.
Education - Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree preferred.
Experience Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
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