High School Math Teacher

Mancos School District

SUMMARY:
Every student will be respected, provided a safe learning environment, and exposed to the best education
deliverable that encourages them to develop to their full potential. The teacher is responsible for all classroom
instruction, planning/preparation, and management, as well as other duties related to school operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Successful job performance requires individuals to satisfactorily fulfill each essential duty listed below. These requirements represent the necessary knowledge, skill, and ability. Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions
1. Utilize effective teaching practices to teach the adopted curriculum for assigned grades and subjects so that
students attain adopted grade/course expectations and standards. Modify and tailor the curriculum as necessary
to address individual student differences, learning styles, and student abilities. Instruct with adopted materials
and utilize supplemental classroom materials, media, and teaching appropriate for assigned levels and subjects.-
2. Incorporate and adhere to Project-Based Learning protocols, providing students with real-world, hands-on
experiences to enhance their understanding of welding and manufacturing concepts.
3. Foster a safe and respectful classroom environment that cultivates a love of learning and supports student
success through effective behavior management and social-emotional development strategies.
4. Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff.
5. Create and keep records on attendance, accidents, incidents, and other noteworthy events in accordance with
licensing guidelines and program policies.
6. Demonstrate a growth mindset by engaging in top-tier professional development and actively contributing to the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and the adoption of innovative strategies.
7. Attend parent conferences and project-based learning exhibitions.
8. Demonstrate content knowledge and educational best practices to support student learning.
9. Meet all legal requirements, including timelines for professional practices such as, but not limited to, IEPs, ICAPs,
504, RtI.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:
● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
● Teaching credential/certificate/license for corresponding age/grade level
● Experience is preferred, but may not be required for hiring

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
● Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills
● Strong decision-making, analytical, and organizational skills
● Ability to work with students with diverse needs at various levels
● Ability to work and build positive relationships with school staff, families, and youth
● Ability to communicate and coordinate with a variety of school and community groups
● Commitment to collaborating and progress monitoring with colleagues and partners to achieve desired results
● Be flexible and adaptable to a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency
● Ability to interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment
● Maintain confidentiality of student information and records in compliance with confidentiality laws, including
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:
● Valid Colorado Teaching License or enrolled in an alternative licensure program
● Fully accredited within three years or sooner by contract
● Must have a valid driver’s license
● Must pass various pre-employment background screenings; required at entry

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:
● Operating knowledge of and experience with computers
● Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and Google
● Student information systems

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:
● Reports to: Building Principal
● Direct Reports: Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom,
getting on and off the bus, at recess, lunch, and to and from classes.