Episcopal School of Dallas

Built upon our Founding Tenets of religio, daily worship; eruditio, scholarship; and disciplina, training within a community of learners, ESD continues to direct its mission to ignite a life of purpose in each student through the development of an educated conscience.. At the heart of ESD are talented and compassionate faculty and staff who are the backbone of our institution and paramount to the school's success.. Beginning in early to mid-September and commencing in mid-December, this long-term substitute position involves teaching 4 sections of Upper School Math and advising a small group of freshmen/sophomores.. Teach Upper School Mathematics (projected to be 1 section of Algebra 1; 3 sections of Algebra 2), delivering instruction aligned with ESD's Statement of Educational Philosophy and Mission.. Provide integral and varied support, planning, oversight, and communication as an academic advisor.

long term substitute

Description
The Episcopal School of Dallas prepares young men and women for lives of intellectual discovery, integrity, and purpose. Built upon our Founding Tenets of religio, daily worship; eruditio, scholarship; and disciplina, training within a community of learners, ESD continues to direct its mission to ignite a life of purpose in each student through the development of an educated conscience.
Founded in 1974 by The Reverend Stephen B. Swann with eight seventh-grade students, today ESD educates and inspires 1,150 students in grades beginner (age 3) through grade 12. ESD is located in Dallas, a modern metropolis of North Texas, and a commercial and cultural hub in the region. At the heart of ESD are talented and compassionate faculty and staff who are the backbone of our institution and paramount to the school's success. They adeptly balance rigorous, college preparatory coursework with understanding and nurturing of the whole child. Classes are small, with an overall student-teacher ratio of 7:1. ESD employees are lifelong learners, and the school invests nearly $500,000 in professional development annually. More than 250 serve the ESD community and all are appreciated and respected for their individual and collective contributions.
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Purpose: Beginning in early to mid-September and commencing in mid-December, this long-term substitute position involves teaching 4 sections of Upper School Math and advising a small group of freshmen/sophomores. The ideal candidate is an outstanding teacher with a solid background in and passion for teaching upper school students and employing a variety of teaching tools and methodologies. As an effective member of the Mathematics Department, this individual is flexible and able to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues. They are committed to modifying assignments and assessments to conform with best practices and student needs. The successful candidate is also a lifelong learner who welcomes opportunities for professional development and collegial conversation leading to the development of effective, inquiry-based education.
Essential Functions:
Teach Upper School Mathematics (projected to be 1 section of Algebra 1; 3 sections of Algebra 2), delivering instruction aligned with ESD's Statement of Educational Philosophy and Mission. Lesson resources and a pacing guide are provided in Schoology, our LMS (Learning Management System).
Provide integral and varied support, planning, oversight, and communication as an academic advisor.
Participate and engage in professional activities and gatherings at team, departmental, divisional, and school-wide levels.
Use appropriate technology in support of the curriculum of the twenty-first-century global classroom.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
Support individual students as needed before and/or after school.
Abuse Risk Management Standards:
Adheres to policies related to boundaries with students.
Attends required abuse risk management training.
Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Working Environment:
Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.
Generally 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing.
Generally hazard-free environment.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (preferably in mathematics or related field) -Master's degree preferred.
Minimum three years of experience as an Upper School Math Teacher.
Proficiency in educational technology and twenty-first-century pedagogy.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT ON DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION The Episcopal School of Dallas community is committed to creating, maintaining, and nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment as it prepares young women and men for lives of intellectual discovery, integrity, and purpose. We believe that diversity in our school community enhances the quality of the education that ESD provides and is essential to the development of well-rounded people. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Episcopal School of Dallas is a faith-centered, coeducational, college preparatory, independent day school with students age 3 - Grade 12. The policy of The Episcopal School of Dallas is to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination based on race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. In our recruitment practices, we strive to create a diverse school community whose members embrace the Mission and Vision Statement of the school.
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