6th Grade Homeroom, Math, and Literature Teacher

Requirements / Qualifications * BS or BA from an accredited college and/or university * Teaching experience * Teaching Singapore Math experience preferred but not required * Resume and cover letter * 2 letters of recommendation * Transcripts Comments and Other Information KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Work in conjunction with Grade Level Directors, mentors, and other grade-level teachers to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program for the subject matter and grade-level learning environment. Uses resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning. The teacher maintains a commitment to professional ethics, effective communication, and professional growth that results in enhanced student learning. Uphold standards of student behavior, participation and conduct. Develop flexible, effective teaching tools and methods to help students learn mathematics. Create and assign learning projects, tests, quizzes, and homework for students, and assess student performance in a timely and accurate manner. Creates and/or makes copies of instructional materials for classroom use for each student and provides students with one-on-one tutoring or additional academic support outside of normal classroom instructional periods as needed. Act as a role model by making your students feel motivated while maintaining an approachable personality. Regularly communicate with the Grade Level Director regarding student performance, track and record student progress, and keep records up to date for progress reports and report card conferences. Review curriculum needs, execute plans for improvement, and provide tutoring and additional support. Attend school events to better understand student interests and personalities outside of the regular classroom, build strong relationships with your students, and aid in the strengthening of their self-confidence while inspiring them to achieve high goals. Attend staff development days to improve your skills and receive help and feedback from colleagues. Perform other duties and tasks as assigned. ABILITIES/SKILLS: High emotional and cultural intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, intrinsic motivation, empathy, social skills) Integrity, respect, and fairness for all Strong team mentality Compassionate, warm, and welcoming demeanor Strong, clear, consistent, and respectful verbal and written communication skills Efficiency with time management, ability to take on many tasks at once and prioritize them by importance and relevance Strong problem-solving skills, even under pressure Strong organizational skills Effective classroom management skills and high expectations for students. Experience with web programs/applications such as FACTS, or other database management/assignment-posting and grading systems; proficiency with Google applications––Docs, Calendar, Forms, Sheets, and Slides; MS Office applications––Word, Excel, PowerPoint Passion for learning, creativity and being able to create a fun and engaging learning environment with a high level of patience and empathy