AP Math Teacher
Math faculty will develop and execute instructional plans that facilitate scholar mastery of AP and GSE math standards. The Genesis E5 model supports greater possibilities. Faculty will challenge scholars to apply math as a tool to model and solve real-life problems, particularly in Economics and Finance. The result should be scholars who leverage higher-level math skills to better understand the fundamentals of saving, investing, building wealth, and economic decision-making.
The AP teacher should bring to apply a passion for mathematics and high-level inquiry to the development of the yearly course syllabus, readings, and assignments, all geared toward preparing scholars for college-level academic thinking, problem-solving and articulation.
Specific Responsibilities:
In collaboration with the instructional team, faculty members will
- Create/revise long-term plans: curriculum maps, scope and sequence plans, pacing guides, etc.
- Develop and execute unit and lesson plans to ensure scholar mastery of standards
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners and meet IEP and SST expectations
- Ensure scholars are continuously engaged in meaningful work aligned with the Genesis E5 model
- Assess scholar progress daily to drive strategic changes to curriculum and instruction
- Implement school-wide behavior support process to create a positive learning environment
- Communicate proactively and effectively with students, families, and colleagues
- Participate in an annual two-week summer orientation and training
- Participate in grade-level activities, and school-wide functions
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, or AP Calculus or Statistics high school course
- Teaching or programmatic experience managing teenagers
- Undergraduate GPA (or major GPA) of 3.0 or higher
- Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-baccalaureate degree, training, or credentials in mathematics
- First-hand familiarity with AP Exams and assessment standards
- Working knowledge or coursework in Finance
- Proven track-record of pro-active professional development
- Passion for working with scholars in extra-curricular activities
- High comfort level with the use of data and technology to shape/drive instruction
- Experience working with urban populations
The Genesis Commitment to Staff
Staff members are highly valued for the support they provide to the overall mission and the instructional program. We view staff as professionals who are fully capable of independent action. Genesis commits to a collaborative process for developing individualized support and coaching plans. We prioritize respectful scholar-peer and scholar-staff interaction.