High School Math Teacher- Norwood - Austin, United States - The Goodwill Excel Center for Adults

Description

JOB TITLE:

Teacher-Mathematics


REPORTS TO:

Campus Director


COMPANY:

Established in 1958, Goodwill Central Texas is a non-profit organization that has transformed thousands of lives through the power of work and education.

We are the leader in workforce development, one of the largest employers in our region, and a cornerstone of the community.

Our mission is funded through our donation-driven retail stores, comprehensive business and staffing solutions, and generous community support. Our vision is to empower every Central Texan to transform their lives through work and education.

The Goodwill Excel Center for Adults opened in 2014 as an open-enrollment public charter high school for adults ages 18 to 50.

The mission of The Excel Center is to transform lives in a supportive and holistic learning environment, where all students are empowered to achieve personal growth, academic success, and career advancement.

Work. Empower. Transform.
Join the team whose work empowers people to transform their lives.

***: The Mathematics Teacher is responsible for implementing, developing, and executing instruction of the Goodwill Excel Center vocational curriculum. The Mathematics Teacher will employ a student-centered approach, effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual students' needs and approaching instruction with creativity and innovation. Strategies may include, but are not limited to direct instruction, one-to-one instruction, seminars, small group learning, self-paced lessons, blended learning and courses, and online learning tools. The Mathematics Teacher will work with the instructional team in meeting educational objectives and adhering to the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills (TEKS) standards.

Please note that this position is located within a Correctional Facility.

In addition to passing the background check and completing fingerprinting for The Excel Center, the applicant will be required to pass the background check and additional security training required by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and Windham School District (WSD).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide instruction to students in the area of assigned Mathematics courses that ensures mastery of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
• Develop and revise an approved curriculum that includes lesson plans, projects, and assessments that are aligned with the standards of The Excel Center and TEKS.
• Assess student progress and learning needs to build and shape instruction around student needs.
• Utilize attendance, grades, and assessment data to refine lessons and inform instructional practices to achieve learning goals.
• Implement a clear and consistent classroom management system that aligns to Instructional Team and Campuswide initiatives while developing students' character and sense of community in the classroom.
• Support all students in achieving academic success and character growth.
• Provide tutorials for students to ensure mastery of material.
• Document and maintain attendance, grades, and progress records according to District policy.
• Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and educational growth of students, including behavior management that is firm, fair, and consistent.
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade/abilitylevel activities, and schoolwide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student onboarding.
• Attend and participate in all staff, team, and professional development meetings and activities.
• Participate in all evaluations and selfstudies as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
• Serve on curriculum, instructional, textbooks, and other committees as assigned.
• Administer diagnostic placement tests, achievement tests, curriculum tests, and other tests as required by the Campus Director.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate progress in meeting student performance targets of the district.
• Demonstrate progress in meeting assigned action plans of the district or campus improvement plans.
• Develop, use, and evaluate ideas and/or innovative approaches to improve performance.
• Keep informed of and comply with policies of The Goodwill Excel Center, WSD, and TDCJ.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including, but not limited to, State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Follow all unit procedures in checking out materials, supplies, and equipment and promptly report any defective equipment and/or student abuse of materials, supplies, or equipment.
• Assist district and campus teams with outreach and engagement events throughout the school year.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not supervise any Excel Team Members. It does supervise adult incarcerated students in classroom settings, including assigned teacher aids.

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