Mathematics Teacher (Grade 7-12) (Markham)

POSITION SUMMARY The Teacher plans, organizes and delivers assigned course curriculum to engage and facilitate student learning and knowledge development. The Teacher demonstrates a commitment and passion to see students succeed. WORKING HOURS (average 8 to 12 teaching hours per week). This is a permanent part-time teaching position with after-school and weekend teaching hours. Monday to Friday: between 4:00pm and 8:30pm Saturday: between 10:00am and 4:00pm Sunday: between 10:00am and 4:00pm DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Plan, prepare and deliver lessons, activities and tests in adherence with the School’s curriculum , technology and resources. · Establish, clearly communicate and achieve objectives for each lesson. · Employ appropriate teaching strategy based on student needs and abilities, to engage and motivate students, and optimize their learning. · Promote progress, safety and well-being of all students. · Manage student classroom behaviour, enforcing school rules and procedures. · Assign and grade course work, homework, assignments, quizzes, tests and final examination, meeting set timelines. (average 1.5 to 2 hours per week per class) · Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress, including assignment and test grades. · Provide continuous, timely feedback and guidance to students and/or parents regarding course performance and development areas. · Complete student records, documentation and reports for the School, such as student attendance, quiz and exam results. · Collaborate and communicate with all staff and supervisors on initiatives related to school curriculum, organization or administration. · Participate in department, school and/or parent meetings. · May be requested to provide supply teaching for other courses. QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience · A degree in Education or Teaching Designation in progress, or specialization in a related discipline · 1 year teaching or tutoring experience - Deep knowledge of subject area Skills and Abilities · Expert communication skills (written and verbal) · Superior listening skills · Excellent preparation, organization and presentation skills · Strong time management skills to meet daily and weekly deliverables · Classroom management skills Behaviours and Standards · Build respectful and caring relationships with students · Deliver course curriculum creatively and appropriate for the students, to achieve lesson objectives · Create an engaging, interactive learning environment which motivates students to high performance and promotes retention · Demonstrate professionalism at all times with stakeholders (students, parents, colleagues, supervisors, etc.). · Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with school leaders, colleagues and parents, to provide feedback, suggestions for course curriculum and school processes, share best practices and seek new ideas · Attend work regularly and on-time · Work independently Note: All employees must provide an original, current (issued within the last six months) Police Vulnerable Sector Check from the police jurisdiction in which they reside, as a condition of hire and continued employment. Work Remotely - No Job Types: Part time, Permanent Pay: $20.00-$26.00 per hour Education: - Bachelor's Degree (required) Experience: - Teaching: 2 years (preferred) - Tutoring: 2 years (preferred) - Canadian Teaching: 1 year (required) - Canadian Tutoring: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: - Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) (preferred) Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2okt9o