Math Teacher

REETHS-PUFFER SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Position Summary The Middle School Mathematics Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality mathematics instruction to students in grades 7–8. The teacher will create an engaging, supportive, and challenging learning environment that promotes mathematical understanding, critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and student achievement. The successful candidate will develop and implement standards-aligned lessons that meet the diverse academic needs of students while fostering a positive classroom environment consistent with the mission, vision, and Graduate Profile of Reeths-Puffer Schools. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver engaging mathematics instruction aligned with Michigan academic standards and district curriculum.
• Teach mathematical concepts and skills appropriate for middle school students, including number sense, ratios and proportional relationships, expressions and equations, geometry, statistics, and probability.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs and abilities of students.
• Incorporate technology, instructional resources, and hands-on learning opportunities to enhance student understanding.
• Assess student learning through formative and summative assessments and use data to guide instruction.
• Monitor student progress and provide appropriate interventions, enrichment, and additional support.
• Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and respectful classroom environment.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies that promote student engagement and responsibility.
• Collaborate with colleagues, special education staff, interventionists, and administrators to support student success.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and classroom expectations.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, assessments, and academic progress.
• Participate in professional development, curriculum planning, department meetings, and district initiatives.
• Support the district's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), Capturing Kids' Hearts (CKH), and Rocket Values.
• Foster the development of the Reeths-Puffer Graduate Profile attributes: Literate, Collaborative, Self-Aware, Problem Solver, Empathetic, and Curious.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or district administration.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate.
• Appropriate mathematics endorsement for the assigned grade levels.
• Knowledge of Michigan K–12 Mathematics Standards and middle school mathematics curriculum.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver effective, standards-based instruction.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction and support students with varying academic needs.
• Ability to effectively integrate instructional technology into the classroom.
• Commitment to collaboration, continuous professional growth, and student achievement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using data-driven instructional practices to improve student achievement.
• Familiarity with research-based mathematics instructional strategies and intervention practices.
• Experience working collaboratively in a professional learning community (PLC).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of middle school mathematics concepts and instructional practices.
• Ability to create an engaging and student-centered learning environment.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to fostering a culture of high expectations, belonging, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment The position operates primarily in a classroom setting within a middle school environment. The teacher must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Evaluation Performance will be evaluated by the building principal in accordance with district policies, administrative guidelines, and applicable state and contractual requirements. Deadline: Until Filled Reeths-Puffer Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.