Math (7th grade)

Summary

The Secondary Teacher (grades 6-12) is responsible for the instruction of

designated content area(s)/course(s) in a classroom setting within a secondary school.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

 Demonstrate regular and predictable attention to the work.

 Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.

 Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.

 Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and

responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

 Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s)/course(s) assigned in

accordance with state standards, district curriculum, and students’ needs.

 Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and

rapport.

 Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and

achievement.

 Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational,

cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.

 Observes and evaluates student performance and mastery of standards, monitors student

assessment data, and maintains student grades and attendance.

 Manages student behavior in the classroom by utilizing effective classroom management

strategies and invoking appropriate disciplinary procedures.

 Communicates with parents and school/district personnel regarding student progress and

encourages parental involvement.

 Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect

equipment, materials, and facilities.

 Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records, inquiries, and data.

 Maintains appropriate certifications and professional development hours as required.

 Performs any other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as

determined by the needs of the district.

Other Information

Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written

form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects

and uses appropriate communication methods.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and

apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays

understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Judgment: Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision making

process. Makes timely decisions.

Project Management: Develops project plans, coordinates projects. Communicates changes and

progress. Completes projects on time and, on budget. Manages project team activities.

Planning and Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for

additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an

organized manner.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and

does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual

orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and

spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certificate preferred. Eligibility

for Florida Temporary Certificate required.

Language Skills: Reads, analyzes, and interprets all kinds of documents. Responds to inquiries or

complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or community. Writes speeches and effectively

presents to managers, the public, and school board.

Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and

fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages,

ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in

situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished

in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Knowledge of relevant and current computer software programs.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.

Lifting Demands: Up to 10 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3, moderate.

All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline.

All applicants must have an "ACTIVE" application and must have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position.

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Are you a current employee of Hillsborough County Public Schools?

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All current employees seeking transfer or promotion must apply through the employee experience page.

Employees who wish to transfer to a different position or location must satisfy the minimum requirements of the desired position.

Please review the skills/competencies listed on your employee profile to determine your eligibility.

If you need to update your skills/competencies, please contact the Application Center at 813-840-7181.

You must ensure that you have the proper skills/competencies added to your employee profile PRIOR TO, OR SHORTLY AFTER, applying for any opening.

(Skill/competency updates are not necessary for employees seeking a lateral transfer (same job at a different location))

Job description search: https://www2.sdhc.k12.fl.us/jobdescrs/

Salary Schedules

Our district salary schedules are available at: https://www.hillsboroughschools.org/employeerelations