Middle School Math Teacher

Educate Kansas
US - Kansas - Tonganoxie
June 24, 2024
Education

Middle School Math Teacher

Tonganoxie USD 464 tong464.org

Title: Teacher

Reports to/Supervised by: Building Principal

Job Goal:

To help students do the following:

* Master subject areas specified by the district's curriculum guides

* Demonstrate that mastery on local- state and national assessments that are the foundational elements of the school accreditation process

* Develop into mature- able and responsible citizens.

Qualifications:

* A valid building-level/subject area license issued by the Kansas State Board of Education

* Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others- including the ability to communicate effectively with a broad number of audiences

* Effective management of job responsibilities to meet the established district outcomes

* Use of district-identified computer hardware and software- as well as other district-provided technology as needed

* Adaptation to the compressed time schedule of a school day and year

* As many of their duties will be supervising groups of children without the benefit of additional help or administrative supervision- the job requires significant self-discipline- internal motivation- and sound judgment.

Performance Responsibilities include- but are not limited to the following:

* Oversee safe and orderly classrooms.

* Create a safe and orderly environment that facilitates positive behavior and learning for all students

* Take appropriate action when students exhibit emotionally/physically distressed behaviors

* Supervise students as assigned

* Ensure student achievement for all student groups.

* Monitor progress of individual students and student groups through the use of appropriate testing techniques and with the assistance of technology when appropriate

* Build positive school/community relations

* Support the mission of the school and the district

* Facilitate cooperation between all persons in the school community

* Lead the students in developing constructive peer and student/teacher relations

* Assist students in development of appropriate communication skills

* Follows al district policies- handbooks and regulations

* Oversee effective and efficient student performance

* Assist students in development of cognitive skills

* Set high expectations for learning for all students- based on their individual needs

* Use a variety of instructional materials- activities and approaches appropriate to the needs of individual learners

* Develop and monitor plans of improvement for students who are not meeting academic goals

* Practice responsible fiscal- facility- and resource management

* Procure classroom supplies and equipment following building budget guidelines

* Establish behavior guidelines that ensure the care and maintenance of district facilities and equipment

* Model positive professional attributes

* Participate in professional activities to enhance knowledge and skills

* Use written and spoken language well

* Maintain parental contact

* Handle student work in a timely- confidential and effective manner

* Maintain classroom hours sufficient to meet job expectations

* Perform other duties as assigned and in accordance with the provisions of the USD 464 Board of Education.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the USD 464 Board of Education's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel and/or the district's Negotiated Agreement.

Work Year: 178.5 days

Appointment: One year subject to annual review and renewal

Benefits Information

Salary Information

Employer Information

Tonganoxie USD 464 - tong464.org

OUR SCHOOLS

Tonganoxie USD 464 serves approximately 1,946 students in three schools.

* Tonganoxie Elementary School ~ Grades Prekindergarten-5

* Tonganoxie Middle School ~ Grades 6-8

* Tonganoxie High School ~ Grades 9-12

* District Administrative Center and Board of Education Office

District Highlights:

* Completion of $51.4MM bond project to build new high school classrooms and athletic facilities completed in January 2023

* Recently awarded Copper Stars by KSDE for High School Graduation and Postsecondary Success

* Special Education Cooperative, in conjunction with Basehor-Linwood USD 458

OUR TEACHERS

Tonganoxie USD 464 recognizes that our teachers are our most valuable asset. We strive to offer competitive salaries, a myriad of professional development opportunities, and outstanding benefits. The district currently has 328 employees: 161 teachers, 16 administrators & supervisors, and 151 support staff.

Teachers who join our district will enjoy:

* Starting annual salary ranging from $44,400-$48,200

* Generous sick, personal, and professional leave days

* District-paid health insurance

* Collaborative work environment

* Culture of high expectations & results

* Various parent/volunteer support organizations

OUR COMMUNITY

USD 464 is located in Tonganoxie, Kansas, which has a population of 5,583 and enjoys low crime, low cost of living, and a plethora of parks and trails. Tonganoxie`s recreation commission offers sports leagues and activities for all ages, and the water park is a great spot to cool off on a summer day! Tonganoxie is conveniently located 15 minutes from Lawrence, 40 minutes from Topeka, and 3 miles north of Interstate 70, which makes for a quick 25 minute ride to downtown Kansas City. Tonganoxie residents enjoy major metropolitan amenities, arts, entertainment, sports, festivals, diversity, education, parks, and trails, as well as our award-winning schools, hometown atmosphere, & beautiful countryside!

Associated topics: atom, calculus, catalysis, dna, geology, inorganic chemistry, lithosphere, math, pedosphere, school of mathematics

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