Math Teacher

Math Teacher
1.0 FTE
Salary: Per KEA Salary Schedule
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE. Paid time off is offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Kelso Education Association found HERE

Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district. 

We are excited to announce that the Kelso School District anticipates hiring an exceptional team member to expand our math team.  Kelso School District teachers are instructional designers.  They design and create lessons for the various phases of learning throughout the math program and sustain a high-energy, positive classroom environment favorable to academic achievement and personal growth.  Our teachers establish positive rapport with students and their families and strive to motivate students to develop their skills, attitudes, and knowledge to foster the necessary foundation for lifelong learning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Participates as a department and school team member with responsibility for the education of assigned students

Modifies instructional programs to meet individual student needs

Participates with other staff to cooperatively plan, develop, and implement  a course of instruction designed to achieve required academic essential learnings (Common Core) in the specified curriculum area

Participates with other staff to cooperatively develop effective, positive techniques for improving student behavior

Provides positive assistance and guidance to a diverse population

Maintains student records, i.e. attendance, daily grades, essential learnings data, cumulative records, orders, and inventory in a timely and orderly fashion. Reports student progress to parents regularly

Provides instruction to students utilizing a variety of instructional strategies aimed at meeting individual student needs and utilizing appropriate and available resources, including technology

Requires the use of multiple communication systems, such as electronic mail, computers, document readers, and smart boards

Evaluates student performance and provides guidance which will promote the students' welfare, educational development and citizenship

Participates in team and individual instructional planning, which includes writing daily lesson plans

Participates in staff meetings, planning events, and department/unit meetings

Participates in the total building program, including attendance/supervision of assemblies, contests, and other student activities

Works cooperatively with total building staff in an atmosphere of cooperation and collegiality

Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities 

QUALIFICATIONS:
BA or BS in Mathematics; valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with a Mathematics endorsement

Must be flexible, exhibit a commitment to accomplishment, possess outstanding communication and conceptual skills, demonstrate appropriate and positive student relationships, possess a strong professional orientation, and be willing to actively participate in a team environment

Must have regular, consistent attendance

Demonstrated successful teaching experience in a secondary-level program is required

Willingness and ability to utilize a variety of research-based effective instructional strategies, including an emphasis on developing skills for all students

Demonstrated knowledge of an integrated curriculum and a commitment to broaden knowledge in curriculum methods by participating in classes, workshops, in-service, peer coaching, reading, etc.

Demonstrated knowledge of technology and an ability to incorporate into instructional programs

Demonstrated compatibility with staff, program, and school goals

Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive attitude and safe environment for students, self and others

Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students

Demonstrated ability to set appropriate expectations for, and professional boundaries, with students

Demonstrated ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures 

RESPONSIBLE TO:
School Principal or designee 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Per negotiated agreement between Kelso School District and the Kelso Education Association; Salary placement based on experience and credits beyond Bachelor's Degree. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply online at www.kelso.wednet.edu

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy.  Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. 

The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360.501.1905 

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [email protected], 360-501-1800.

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