FALL RIVER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS

TITLE: MATHEMATICS TEACHER -

QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure
• Bachelor's Degree with major or minor in Mathematics

REPORTS TO: School Principal and Department Head

JOB GOAL:

To help each pupil develop competence in basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each pupil to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; to encourage pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

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  Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the School Committee, and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics, and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil's progress.
• Identifies pupil needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Participates in curriculum and other development programs.
• Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty meetings.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the School Department and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
• All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

In accordance with the Fall River Educators’ Association contract. Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.

Closing Date for Applications: As indicated on webpage

The Fall River Public Schools offers all programs, activities, and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin,

sexual orientation, and disability.