Position: High School Math Teacher (Algebra 2)

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Compensation: Pays up to $55/hr!

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is the largest public charter school network in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a mission to graduate all students as critical thinkers and self-directed learners, prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement, and family life.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree Licensure issued by Wisconsin's Department of Public Instruction (or eligibility for such licensure) in ALL subject areas to be taught Successful teaching experience, urban school(s) preferred Knowledge and skills in creating a learning environment that fosters college readiness and high student achievement Ability to serve as an advisor to a small group of students Ability to communicate effectively to achieve assigned duties and goals Knowledge, skills, and ability in effective classroom management Passion for quality education and student achievement Ability to function in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment with a professional approach to challenges ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute meaningful and engaging learning experiences, interventions, enrichment, remediation, advising which have the academic rigor and success of a college-preparatory school, preparing students for college and meaningful careers. Hold themselves and their students to high standards for achievement and success academically, behaviorally, and socially. Know, understand, and follow all WI DPI teacher standards. Work with an Instructional Coach to continually improve one's teaching practice in a way that supports raising the achievement levels of traditionally underserved students. Apply best practices in teaching and classroom management. Commit to a culture which promotes learning, respect, trust, and responsibility. Create trusting relationships with students and their families/guardians, involving parents in the student's overall success. Analyze data with students and the learning community to set individual learning plans as well as overall team goals. Incorporate technology into daily teaching. Maintain an openness to feedback from the learning community including taking advice and making corrections in the spirit of continuous improvement. Update PowerSchool with grades and assignments weekly posting test grades within 10 days of the test date. Read and respond to communication (e-mail, phone messages, etc.) daily. Supervise students; ensuring safety at all times. Possess/maintain a current Wisconsin Teacher License, Charter License, or One-Year with Stipulations License in all subject areas taught.