What are the responsibilities and job description for the Faculty - Middle School Math Teacher position at Oak Hall School?
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Description
Oak Hall School, a private independent day school in Gainesville, Florida is a learning community where students, with the support of their teachers and parents, have an abundance of opportunity to learn to grow as people, to challenge themselves in academics, the arts, and athletics, and to learn to care for others. Our faculty and staff members are our greatest asset and are committed to living our mission of being a welcoming, diverse and supportive learning community, empowering students to pursue their academic, artistic and athletic passions. Our small class size creates an atmosphere where academic achievement is universally supported, and where personal success is appreciated, and celebrated.
Oak Hall School is seeking a dynamic and collaborative mathematics educator to join our Middle School Math team. We invite well-qualified candidates to apply for this position which will begin August 2022.
- Actively support the mission of Oak Hall School
- Prepare, plan and deliver Math curriculum in a creatively engaging and developmentally appropriate manner; 5 sections as assigned, which may include Math 6 (regular and advanced), Math 7, Pre-Algebra and Algebra I
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curriculum, course content, course materials and methods of instruction as needed
- Promote a positive classroom environment and demonstrate strong classroom management skills to create and maintain a learning environment that ensures student safety and promotes high levels of learning for all students
- Assess and document each student’s performance/progress both formally and informally to meet the School's standards, and provide regular feedback to students and their parents
- Be an active member of the Math Department, the Middle School team, and the greater Oak Hall community
- Sponsor a math team
- Serve as Advisor to a group of assigned students
- Serve as a mentor and advocate for your students
- Be a role model of integrity and professionalism
- Be available throughout the workday to advise and assist students
- Maintain expertise in subject matter through professional development
- Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements, including attending division and other School meetings, professional days, graduation, Late Start meetings, and other required events.
- Adhere to School policies as described in the Employee Handbook and other materials
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in Math or closely related discipline required
- Master’s degree preferred
- Ability to teach classes across the middle school math curriculum, through Algebra I
- Ability to teach additional classes in the high school math curriculum preferred
- A keen understanding of the developmental and social-emotional needs of Middle School students
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills
- Be comfortable and adept with the effective use of technology in the learning process
- Ability to inspire, engage, empower, educate and evaluate students with vigor and creativity
- A history of commitment to professional development and life-long learning
- The ability to work positively and professionally with students, parents, and faculty
- A high degree of professionalism, collegiality, and personal conduct both in and outside of school
- Ability, willingness, and judgment to communicate thoroughly, accurately, and concisely with all constituents in a school environment, both verbally and in writing
- Enthusiasm and commitment to the vision and mission of the school
Compensation includes a comprehensive employee benefits package; salary is commensurate with background and experience.
Qualified candidates should be prepared to upload a cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts, and a statement of educational philosophy.
