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Crescent Acacdemy High School Math Teacher in Southfield, Michigan
Crescent Academy is currently hiring for a High School Math Teacher*. *
Crescent Academy serves over 500 students at grade level PreK-11. We believe in the whole child approach which means that academy staff assists students and their families in bettering their outcomes by creating a college bound culture that expects and teaches strong character, academic achievement, and civic engagement.
Would you like to be a part of a school that believes strongly in its students and their right to a high quality education? Does your teaching and strong desire to make a difference in a child's education describe why you became a teacher? Are you interested in creating an innovative, project based, experience for your students? If you possess the following qualities:
Creativity and Innovative ideas about learning in the classroom
Project based learning
Familiar and knowledgeable with the Michigan Common Core Standards
Enjoy challenges (social, economic) and addressing the whole child school of thought
Engaged in learning and curriculum coupled with cross curriculum teaching and learning.
Embracing a data driven mindset to help close achievement gaps
Working with collegial peers through Professional Learning Communities (PLC) to improve teaching and learning objectives in the classroom.
Using technology to support teaching and learning in the classroom.
Able to meet time sensitive tasks and deadlines
Possess great listening and writing skills
Persistent characteristics ( closing achievement gaps, and data driven)
Collaborating within a team and being pro-active
Conflict resolution (parents and students)
Empathy (students, parents, staff)
Building positive relationships with students and parents
Possess a great love for children and patience
Creating a strong bridge between school and home.
Working with underserved population of students
Embracing the philosophy of mindfulness techniques
Open to the use of restorative circles
Willing to adopt "Time to Teach" classroom management framework and application
If this sounds like you and you also want to be a part of a flexible, supportive, family-oriented team, then Crescent is the place for you!
Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated High School Math Teacher to join our dynamic educational team. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and expertise in mathematics, creating a stimulating and supportive learning environment for high school students.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement lesson plans that align with curriculum standards and foster an engaging educational experience.
Teach various math subjects, potentially including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, and Statistics, to students in grades 9-12.
Assess and evaluate students' progress, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement and achieve academic goals.
Utilize a variety of teaching methods and technologies to accommodate different learning styles and ensure comprehension.
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages students' participation and passion for mathematics.
Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and parents to support students' educational development and resolve any learning challenges.
Stay current with educational trends and advancements in math education to continually improve instructional methods.
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