POSITION OVERVIEW: 7th Grade Math Teacher (Full Time) - Lincoln Middle, 25-26 SY
Portland Public Schools is hiring a 7th grade Math Teacher to join the teaching faculty at Lincoln Middle school. We are seeking a teacher with a demonstrated commitment to equitable teaching practices, a willingness to collaborate closely with others, and the ability to teach to high standards in a heterogeneous classroom. Experience with Illustrative Mathematics and working with Multilingual Learners are preferred assets.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students
• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student
• Supervises students in a variety of school related settings
• Implements state learning standards and Lincoln curricula and assessments to give all students access to rigorous and engaging grade-level work
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to monitor, evaluate, and improve student outcomes through analysis of student work, adjustments in instruction, and shared teaching strategies
• Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students
• Maintains appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
• Manages behavior in a way that aligns to school-wide expectations and protocols, and is clear, consistent, equitable, and student-centered
• Establishing and maintaining a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of PPS curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, PPS policies, and effective instructional practices
• Experience with proficiency-based grading, including developing high-quality assessments aligned to student-friendly rubrics
• Strong understanding of the mechanics of effective pedagogy and experience using differentiation strategies to teach heterogeneous classes
• Demonstrated willingness to collaborate with colleagues, including ELL and Special Ed teachers, to design effective lessons and assessments
• Ability to teach with cultural humility, through questioning deeply held beliefs and viewpoints, and grappling with conflicting perspectives
• Willingness and ability to use technology to teach and communicate with students and families
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in the applicable field of education from an accredited college or university
• Master Degree preferred
• ESOL experience or certification (660 Endorsement) preferred

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization (more info).
• Maine State Teaching Certificate with either of the following endorsements (more info):
  • 300 Middle Level Math (5-8)
  • 300 Secondary Math (6-12)
  • 020 General Elementary (K-8 specifically)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Light physical effort may be required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as needed.

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• School-year position
• Permanent
• Full Time, 1.0 FTE
• Not eligible for overtime

ABOUT LINCOLN: Lincoln Middle School is in the midst of a transformation. We need educators who are excited to engage in reimagining and rebuilding our school’s identity to suit the students and staff here now. We have a diverse and amazing student population and an incredible core of educators deeply committed to the school community.

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