Job Description

Primary Purpose:

To develop and deliver engaging, standards-based math instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners. The teacher will foster numeracy, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking in a structured and supportive learning environment aligned with Sheldon ISD’s goals and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

• Valid Texas teaching certificate in Math 4–8 or Core Subjects 4–8 with Math component

• ESL certification preferred or willingness to obtain within one year

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong understanding of middle school math TEKS and effective math pedagogy

• Ability to implement data-driven instruction and differentiate based on student need

• Proficient in classroom management and student engagement techniques

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies:

• Design and deliver lessons that align with the district’s curriculum and state standards

• Implement instructional strategies that build conceptual understanding and math fluency

• Use manipulatives, technology, and real-world applications to enhance instruction

• Differentiate instruction to accommodate learning styles, special populations, and varying skill levels

Classroom Environment:

• Establish and maintain a positive classroom climate that encourages student participation

• Implement consistent procedures and expectations for behavior and academic success

• Maintain effective classroom organization and routines

Assessment and Data:

• Use a variety of assessment tools to monitor student progress

• Analyze assessment data to adjust instruction and provide interventions or enrichment

• Maintain accurate and timely records of student achievement

Professional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with grade-level and content-area teams in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)

• Participate in campus and district professional development sessions

• Communicate regularly with students, families, and colleagues to support academic success

Working Conditions:

• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress

• Frequent standing, walking, and lifting of instructional materials

• Classroom setting with occasional after-school or evening duties

Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through 06/02/2025. After this date, applicants can continue to submit applications in case the district was unable to find a suitable candidate. If the district was unable to find a suitable candidate from the initial applications, applications submitted after 06/02/2025 will be reviewed in ten-day increments until a viable candidate is recommended for hire. 

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