Middle School Math Teacher(Sponsorship is NOT currently available)

Position Type:Middle School/MathematicsDate Posted:3/1/2025Location:East Side Charter School(High-Needs School)Date Available:District:East Side Charter SchoolJOB TITLE: TeacherREPORTS TO: PrincipalLOCATION: Wilmington, DE 19802JOB GOAL: EastSide teachers will play an essential role in the growth and development of each of our students. All of our students come from underrepresented ethnic groups and many are performing several grade levels below their current grade level. Our teachers own the responsibility to plan, instruct, assess, lead, mentor, and guide each of our students to academic success overcoming all hurdles and obstacles to ensuring academic success. EastSide teachers are responsible for the successful design, development, and implementation of academic lessons, working with other teachers and staff to analyze, assess, and improve the educational experience for our students.OVERVIEW: Founded in 1997, EastSide Charter School is a free, public elementary school that educates students in Wilmington, Delaware. EastSide prides itself on being a community-based school, using multiple partnerships, strong relationships with families, and a dedicated and hard-working faculty to ensure academic success for its students.EastSide is in the midst of a dynamic turnaround effort that will have a profound impact in Wilmington. EastSide teachers play a significant role in ensuring that our students develop the character and skills necessary to being an influential and contributing member of the community and global society. This position is suited for someone who is willing to do "Whatever it Takes" to support our students in being successful in school and in life.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESEach of our teachers will:Hold high expectations for each studentPossess strong knowledge of content areaDemonstrate strong pedagogyExhibit positive rapport with studentsCreate and foster a positive learning environmentEstablish and maintain strong communication lines with all parentsAssist in development of curriculum standards and backwards planningAttend weekly department meetingsPerform clerical duties as required relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, attendance,Other duties as assigned by the Head of School, Achievement Specialist, or Academic DeanQUALIFICATIONS:The ideal candidate will possess the following:Education:Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.Has or is eligible for State of Delaware certification as teacher in grade or content area.Experience:EastSide teachers must have:at least one year of teaching experience (two years experience preferred)an outstanding record of elevating student achievement in an urban classroom, with a strong understanding of pedagogy that drives results Skills/Traits:EastSide teachers must:Be driven to improve the minds and lives of students from underserved communities; dedicated to doing whatever it takes to help all the school's students achieve academic successBe passionate about academic learning and insistent on academic excellence and rigor at all timesBe self-aware and know how to treat all members of the school's community with respect, appraises accurately his or her strengths and weaknesses, and is perceptive about how he or she is regardedWork urgently and be able to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at onceBe detail-oriented and self-directed with the ability to work independently and with a teamAct entrepreneurially as an initiator, problem-solver, and creative thinkerHave the ability to communicate with various audiences in an authentic and persuasive mannerPossess strong written communication skillsBe able to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at onceBe detail-oriented and self-directed and able to work independently on short- and long- term projects COMMITMENT AND COMPENSATION:Length of Work Year: 10 months, select Saturdays, and occasional evening and weekend commitments will also be required; occasional travel throughout the state and region.