Math Teacher

DA VINCI SCHOOLS

TEACHER - HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS

DEFINITION

Under direction, teach and instruct pupils in grades 9 through 12 in secondary academic subject matter, social, behavioral, and other educational skill areas; plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive educational program for secondary level pupils in mathematics instruction.  

Da Vinci Schools are project-based, college preparatory schools, each with a distinct focus which drives the curriculum students take in addition to their A-G college preparatory requirements. As a project-based school, class curricula are centered around projects, which teach students the essential skills and knowledge of a course. Da Vinci teachers use Mastery Based Grading and work with industry partners to provide real-world connections to their projects. 

Da Vinci Schools is looking for candidates who desire to:

Work closely with a grade level team to plan interdisciplinary projects and units

Create and implement project-based curriculum

Connect student work to the world outside the classroom

Actively create space for diverse voices and points of view that reinforce each student’s identity

Act as an advisor to a group of students

Engage in self-reflection and a diversity of thinking, particularly related to the school’s mission to support diversity, equity inclusion and anti-racism

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Teach and instruct in subject matter areas commonly found in a comprehensive secondary education program.

Collaborate on a course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines.

Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing pupils, including lectures, demonstrations, discussions, lectures, and laboratory experiences.

Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books, and other learning aids.

Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of pupils from varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and emotional maturity.

Review, analyze, and evaluate the history, background, and assessment of pupils in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs.

Individualize and adapt educational processes and procedures to enhance pupil educational opportunities.

Provide group and individual instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities.

Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior shaping procedures.

Review, analyze, evaluate, and report pupil academic, social, and emotional growth.

Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids.

Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities.

KNOWLEDGE OF:  

A wide-range of effective teaching strategies and student assessment tools to ensure student learning and student goal achievement.  

Working knowledge of technology and computer software applications relative to instruction, assessment and teacher recordkeeping.  

Demonstrated sensitivity and support for diversity in student backgrounds  

California Standards for the Teaching Profession – current version  

Current assessment methodologies, their use and efficacy  

Federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures related to duties as a teacher 

Correct English usage, grammar and spelling, punctuation and vocabulary  

Oral and written communication  Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, diligence and courtesy 

ABILITY TO:  

Work independently with appropriate direction.  

Manage and prioritize multiple activities and work with frequent interruptions  Communicate orally, in writing and through technology to express ideas, thoughts, lesson materials, and instructions to students, community, and staff.  

Work in multi-ethnic community and be sensitive to those with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds  

Perform problem-solving tasks requiring independent judgment  

Maintain accurate records and prepare reports  

Work confidentially with discretion 

Integrate technology into instruction  

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others  

Meet personal and student schedules and timelines  

Understand and interpret rules and written directions and apply to specific situations  

Ability to operate office and classroom technology including, but not limited to: computer, webcam, LCD projector, copy machine, white board, document camera and use of related instructional software and hardware

Work effectively as part of a school team. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university and a California Single Subject credential in Mathematics, including English Learner Authorization;

Successful completion of interview, screen process and hiring requirements;

Commitment to the goals and philosophy of Da Vinci Schools

***We prioritize assembling a staff that reflects our student diversity. Spanish-speaking a plus. EOE***