Certified High School Math Teacher

*Job Overview*Apply promptly A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV._We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Certified High School Math Teacher to inspire and empower students through engaging instruction and innovative teaching methods. This role offers an exciting opportunity to foster a love for mathematics, develop critical thinking skills, and prepare students for academic success. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in various mathematical disciplines, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. As a vital member of our educational team, you will contribute to shaping the future by nurturing curiosity, encouraging exploration, and supporting diverse learning needs._*GEO Academies is a national, non-profit network of open-enrollment, public charter schools committed to empowering students to accelerate their academic pathways, advance their social mobility, and achieve their career and lifelong goals. Our innovative and award-winning K-16 GEO Academies Model begins with personalized, competency-based learning and accelerates students into post-secondary immersion as early as 9th grade. GEO Academies students have the opportunity to earn a full college degree or career credential even before graduating from high school - at no cost to families.**About Us:*21st Century Charter School at Gary is a free K-12+ public charter school. We are building a team of excellence. We are the top performing charter school in Gary, Indiana. We are one of the few Indiana schools offering an early college program, which allows our qualifying high school students to take real college courses for real college credit, free of charge to our students and their families. Our curriculum and our teaching methods are designed using Core Knowledge in K-8, Project Lead the Way beginning in middle school, and a blended learning model in middle school through high school. Please join us if you are committed to excellence, mission driven, and ready to take 21st Century Charter School @ Gary to uncommonly high levels of achievement Our teachers cultivate in our students the critical thinking skills they will need to understand how the world around them works and to become leaders and agents of positive change in the world.*REPORTS TO/TERM:*Principal and Administrative TeamThis is a full time 10-month position.*ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:**A High School Math Teacher is required to perform the following duties:** Plan and implement a blended learning environment, providing direct and indirect instruction in the areas of Mathematics based on state standards* Create an inviting, innovative and engaging learning environment that develops student critical thinking and problem-solving skills* Prepare students for strong academic achievement and passing of all required assessments* Communicate regularly with parents* Continually assess student progress toward mastery of standards and keep students and parents well informed of student progress by collecting and tracking data, providing daily feedback, weekly assessments, and occasional parent/teacher conferences* Work with the Special Education teachers and administration to serve special needs students in the classroom* Attend all required staff meetings and attend designated school functions outside of school hours* Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom you are responsible* Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from administrative staff* Perform necessary duties including but not limited to morning, lunch, dismissal, and after-school duties* Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the principal*REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ** _ *A bachelor’s degree or higher with at least 24 credit hours in content area*_* _ *Valid Indiana Teaching License for Grades 9-12 (no substitute licenses)*_* At least two years of successful teaching in an urban environment_Join us in making a meaningful difference by inspiring the next generation of mathematicians and scientists We value energetic educators committed to fostering curiosity through innovative teaching strategies while maintaining high standards of academic excellence. xhuatnn This paid position offers an enriching environment where your expertise can truly shine._Benefits:* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceLicense/Certification:* Indiana Professional Educator License (Required)Work Location: In person