*Anticipated* Math Teacher LTS

*Anticipated* Math Teacher LTS

Burlington High School

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

Burlington High School is seeking an experienced Full-Time Math Teacher LTS. The ideal candidate will create, organize, and implement meaningful and engaging lessons/instructional programs for diverse groups of students in a high school level learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, as well as help them develop their character, personality, and social and emotional skills. They will exercise a great deal of flexibility in designing curriculum and meeting individual student and group needs. They will adhere to state curriculum standards, and collect and report on correct and detailed records of student performance. Key components of this job include creating and maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment where mutual trust and respect can foster with students from all backgrounds and abilities. This position will start immediately through the end of February with the possibility to extend.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This section outlines the fundamental job functions that must be performed in this position. This includes:

• Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements
• Physical and Mental/Reasoning Requirements
• Work Environment

These areas state the underlying requirements that an employee must meet in order to perform these essential functions. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Instructional Strategies
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans, class activities, and a variety of instructional materials that facilitate active and meaningful learning. Develop lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established expectations.
• In harmony with the parameters of the District-adopted curriculum, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc, and communicate these objectives and their purpose to students.
• Adapt and reassess lesson plans to meet specific student needs; comply with newly implemented guidelines or rules, and update lesson plans and activities to incorporate best practices and new developments in education.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Assess and record learning on an ongoing basis and adjust instruction based on the assessments.
• Refer students with special learning needs to appropriate staff according to district/building/department procedures.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Assist students in attaining an acceptable level of proficiency in related computer work.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in EST (education study team) and Special Educators to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the student population being served and how demographic variables impact student achievement, and effectively use this knowledge to effectively design and deliver instruction.
• Advise parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Provide a safe, positive learning environment for students by effectively managing student behavior, and monitoring students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, cafeteria, playground, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, field trips, etc.). Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and consistently enforcing rules and procedures. Maintain classroom discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Possess and continually develop a working knowledge of state and District curriculum standards and frameworks.
• Participate in scheduled in-service days and staff meetings.
• Cooperate with and support other faculty and staff in planning instruction and coordinating services for students.
• Use discretion in discussing school affairs, recognizing the value of positive school-community relations.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education, goals, and instructional objectives.
• Comply with Board and administrative policies, regulations, and procedures and reinforce students’ doing the same.
• Direct assistant teachers, student teachers, instructional assistants, volunteers, and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
• Prepare a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence, correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Report incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, bullying, hazing, zero-tolerance offenses, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining the personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to state law and board policies.
• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Attendance in accordance with established days/hours of work.
• Perform other tasks and duties as appropriate and/or assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
• Minimum Required: Bachelor’s degree.
• Certification: Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License.
• Endorsements in high school Math or eligible for Vermont Provisional License.
• Documented or eligible for NCLB Highly Qualified Teacher status as applicable.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Experience:
• Minimum Required: Demonstrated experience in teaching at the high school level.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching courses including Integrated Math 1, Integrated Math 2, and Calculus
• Demonstrated experience in differentiating instruction and planning curriculum aligned with Common Core standards/instruction using “backwards design” and formative assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology into instruction including use of iPad applications, graphing calculators, and SmartBoards.
• Understanding of Cultural Competency (as explained through Essay 1 in the application).
• Knowledge of best practices regarding frameworks of student behavioral support.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
• Thorough knowledge: Advanced knowledge of the subject matter. The work calls for sufficient comprehension of the subject area to solve unusual as well as common work
• Specific Skills And/Or Abilities Required:
• Training and/or experience with English Language Learners.
• Experience in a professional/teaching-learning community; experience in co-teaching/collaborating with other educators.
• Evidence of student-centered learning approaches including personalizing instruction and supporting students in meeting core proficiencies.
• Evidence of implementing inclusive practices for students, including those with special needs.
• Strong communication skills as evidenced through the quality of resume, cover letter, and essays.
• Ongoing educational post-graduate coursework in education or subject area, including diversity, equity, and inclusion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

These are the physical and mental/reasoning requirements of the position as it is typically performed. The inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental/reasoning requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. For a full Job Description please contact Human Resources

Include but may not be limited to:

• Face-to-Face contact
• Noise Levels
• Verbal contact with others
• Judgment/decision making
• Inside air conditioning and heat

EMPLOYMENT TERMS:

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• SALARY: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association. This is a hourly position paid Bi-Weekly.
• Long Term Subs (1st 30 days): $25.00 per hour for 7.75 daily hours
• Long Term Subs (Day 31+): $40.35 per hour for 7.75 daily hours
• ANTICPATED DATES: Beginning immediately through the end of February with the possibility to extend

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.