Math Specialist

Position Description

RESPONSIBILITIES
Spiritual Development
• Exhibit love, joy, peace, and spiritual maturity before students and the rest of the school.
• Be a student and lover of the Bible, God’s only written Word.
• Promote moral and ethical character development, encouraging students to grow in their faith.
Professional Development and Conduct
• Remain current with educational best practices, Socratic teaching methods, and curriculum development.
• Collaborate with colleagues, school leadership, and parents to address the needs of students.
• Participate in school events, church activities, and community programs that support the mission and values of the school.
• Demonstrate professionalism and pride in Wing Classical Academy through work ethic, punctuality, speech, attitude, dress,
and attention to duties. Be prepared to accomplish other duties as requested by Head of School.
• Know and adhere to the school’s mission and policies.
• Attend staff meetings, conferences, and other school events.
Classroom Management and Environment
• Maintain a neat, organized, clean, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Set up simple, efficient class routines and transitions.
Classroom Decorum and Discipline
• Create an orderly and joyful working atmosphere.
• Establish and enforce clear classroom rules and expectations for respectful interactions and a posture of focus and learning.
• Manage student behavior in a positive manner, according to the honor code, protocols, and discipline policy.
Lesson Preparation and Presentation
• Develop a lesson plan weekly which utilizes the Singapore Math curriculum.
• Prepare for each day’s lessons by reviewing the topics and material to be covered prior to teaching.
• Keep real-time records of lesson timing and progress for future reference. Keep files of lesson plans and materials.
• Present lessons using clear language and appropriate vocabulary.
• Utilize classical pedagogy.
• Conduct regular assessments and keep appropriate records to gauge student understanding and progress.
• Encourage students to see how all subjects are interrelated, as parts of God’s universe.
Culture and Communication
• Cultivate individual relationships with parents by first making note of positive behaviors of students in the first weeks of the
school year. Participate in our “no surprises” model by voicing concerns about students to the parents through email or
phone call right away.
• Keep Head of School apprised of situations with students. Provide copies of newsletters and other written communications
to Head of School. Blind copy Head of School on parent emails.
QUALIFICATIONS
Spiritual
The Math Specialist has:
• An authentic and growing relationship with Jesus Christ as evidenced by a strong, clear personal testimony.
• An ability to be a servant-leader whose conduct exemplifies Biblical principles.
• A genuine excitement and passion about Christian leadership.
• A strong commitment to a Christian worldview and values, including a profession of faith in Jesus Christ and a whole
hearted agreement with WCA’s mission statement and Christian philosophy of education.
Professional
The Math Specialist has:
• A bachelor’s degree.
• A passion for and expertise in mathematics.
• Experience with Classical Christian curriculum and pedagogy desired.
• A demonstrated commitment to continued learning.
• Experience teaching in a grammar school setting desired, but not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and the ability to inspire and motivate fellow teachers and students.
Personal and General
The Math Specialist:
• Has a strong work ethic that extends to preparation outside of school hours.
• Communicates clearly both in speech and writing.
• Has enthusiasm and appreciation for the school’s mission and is committed to playing a role in growing WCA.
• Demonstrates wisdom in interacting with others.
• Is organized in thought and systems.
• Has a professional demeanor: focused, calm, open to others’ ideas, speaks and acts with noble-mindedness.
• Can solve problems, think creatively, celebrate successes, and learn from failures.
• Has insight into contemporary culture and the challenges facing families and youth