Date:

April 25, 2024

Position:

Terms of Contract: 

Teacher (Math / Science) (6-8), Multiple Positions

North Lincoln Middle School

10 months, full-time, benefit eligible

Reports To:

Principal

Monthly Salary:

FLSA:

Teacher State Salary Schedule (plus local supplement)

EXEMPT

Qualifications/Requirements:

Applicants must hold or be eligible to hold a North Carolina teaching license in appropriate licensure area

Dual certification preferred

Highly Qualified

Math Goal:

To help each pupil develop competence in basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each pupil to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; and to encourage pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

Math Duties:

• Teach courses in mathematics to secondary pupils using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Develop lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing discovery and laboratory learning methods
• Demonstrate mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, calculators, computers, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids
• Provide opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Design learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment
• Evaluate each pupil’s progress in mathematical knowledge and skills
• Select and requisition books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintain required inventory records
• Communicate with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil’s progress
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day
• Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs
• Share in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematic teams, and participate in faculty committees
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district, and in self-selected professional growth activities
• Other duties as assigned

Science Goal:

To develop in each pupil an awareness of the role of science in economic and social progress; to motivate each pupil to acquire knowledge of scientific facts and principles, and skills in scientific methods of problem solving; and to discover and develop special talents of pupils in scientific field

Science Duties:

• Teach skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes through courses in general science, earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, physiology, or science problems to secondary pupils, using the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Plan a science program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organize laboratory activities for optimal learning
• Demonstrate scientific concepts by use of scientific apparatus, experiments, and standard or teacher-prepared charts, sketches, and other instructional aids
• Provide individual or small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects and experiments are being worked on simultaneously
• Instruct pupils in proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life
• Provide for safe storage and proper use of materials, equipment, and tools. Make minor adjustments and request repairs to equipment as required
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior for a productive learning environment during class sessions, laboratory sessions, and field trips
• Evaluate each pupil’s growth in knowledge and skills in course being taught
• Select and requisition books, instructional aids, science equipment, chemicals, and supplies, and maintain inventory records as required
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Identify pupils needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Must be able to perform heavy work exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of forces frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift objects
• Other duties as assigned

Application Deadline:

Position Open Until Filled

Position Available:

August 6, 2024

Application Process:

All candidates are required to complete an on-line application via Applicant Tracking.  Please go to the Lincoln County Schools website (www.lincoln.k12.nc.us), select EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, and APPLICANT TRACKING to begin the process. Questions should be addressed to the contact person below.

Marybeth Avery, Principal

mavery@lincoln.k12.nc.us

North Lincoln Middle School

1503 Amity Church Road

Lincolnton, NC 28092

Phone: 704-736-0262

Fax: 704-736-9812