Diocese of Dallas Schools
Math Teacher Role Description
We are seeking Christ‑centered educators to teach mathematics at the Highlands School, an independent Catholic college‑prep school serving families throughout the Dallas Metroplex.
Position Overview The role involves expanding our faculty in the mathematics discipline.
Qualifications
University education degree with a post‑graduate degree preferred
Valid teaching license
Minimum of two years teaching experience
Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Skill for transmitting knowledge and stimulating a desire to learn in students
Excellent social qualities
Firm and kind character
Capacity for managing groups
Practicing Catholic with an excellent moral reputation and apostolic zeal for working for the Church
Honest and faithful to the school
Specific Responsibilities
Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of classes
Exercising students in the development of their intellectual skills and abilities
Motivating students to continual personal improvement
Marking work and giving timely and appropriate feedback; communicating any issues to parents and your supervisor
Maintaining constant supervision and discipline among the students in their care inside and outside the classroom
Maintaining an effective and formative learning environment within the classroom according to school guidelines; monitoring classroom and school environment to ensure it remains clean, safe and in good condition
Maintaining appropriate records of student progress and development including report cards; recommending students for awards
Keeping up to date with developments in his/her subject area and new resources and methods; devising and writing new materials in support of the approved curriculum
Selecting and using a range of different learning resources and equipment appropriate for achieving student formation objectives
Devising and adapting resources to suit the formation needs of his/her students; assisting students with learning and behavior difficulties to overcome their challenges; supporting students one‑on‑one through academic or personal difficulties
Preparing students for standardized tests; administering and invigilating tests
Assisting in the preparation and coordination of classroom‑based and school‑wide celebrations, academic contests and formation programs
Managing student behavior in the classroom and on school grounds applying appropriate and effective motivational discipline measures in cases of inappropriate behavior; informing the Dean of Student Life in a timely manner of any student behavior infractions
Supervising and supporting the work of any assigned teacher assistant; mentoring any assigned teachers
Fulfilling student supervision duties as assigned directing student transitions between classes in a silent and orderly manner
Participating in and organizing extracurricular programs and activities as assigned; motivating students to actively participate
Participating in regular one‑on‑one grade‑level and departmental meetings; participating in parent/teacher meetings, parent conferences etc. as directed by your supervisor
Making continual progress in personal professional growth and development; actively participating in all school sponsored training activities
Liaising with other professionals including the dean of student life, dean of discipline, dean of academic affairs, formation team leaders
Reporting Structure
The teacher reports to the principal.
Supporting Materials School policies and procedures are available in the School’s Faculty Handbook to support the teacher in the execution and achievement of this position’s specific responsibilities.
Key Skills
Experience Working With Students
Classroom Management
Algebra
Behavior Management
Classroom Experience
Lesson Planning
Math
Calculus
Teaching
Tutoring
Geometry
Trigonometry
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Position Overview The role involves expanding our faculty in the mathematics discipline.
Qualifications
University education degree with a post‑graduate degree preferred
Valid teaching license
Minimum of two years teaching experience
Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Skill for transmitting knowledge and stimulating a desire to learn in students
Excellent social qualities
Firm and kind character
Capacity for managing groups
Practicing Catholic with an excellent moral reputation and apostolic zeal for working for the Church
Honest and faithful to the school
Specific Responsibilities
Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of classes
Exercising students in the development of their intellectual skills and abilities
Motivating students to continual personal improvement
Marking work and giving timely and appropriate feedback; communicating any issues to parents and your supervisor
Maintaining constant supervision and discipline among the students in their care inside and outside the classroom
Maintaining an effective and formative learning environment within the classroom according to school guidelines; monitoring classroom and school environment to ensure it remains clean, safe and in good condition
Maintaining appropriate records of student progress and development including report cards; recommending students for awards
Keeping up to date with developments in his/her subject area and new resources and methods; devising and writing new materials in support of the approved curriculum
Selecting and using a range of different learning resources and equipment appropriate for achieving student formation objectives
Devising and adapting resources to suit the formation needs of his/her students; assisting students with learning and behavior difficulties to overcome their challenges; supporting students one‑on‑one through academic or personal difficulties
Preparing students for standardized tests; administering and invigilating tests
Assisting in the preparation and coordination of classroom‑based and school‑wide celebrations, academic contests and formation programs
Managing student behavior in the classroom and on school grounds applying appropriate and effective motivational discipline measures in cases of inappropriate behavior; informing the Dean of Student Life in a timely manner of any student behavior infractions
Supervising and supporting the work of any assigned teacher assistant; mentoring any assigned teachers
Fulfilling student supervision duties as assigned directing student transitions between classes in a silent and orderly manner
Participating in and organizing extracurricular programs and activities as assigned; motivating students to actively participate
Participating in regular one‑on‑one grade‑level and departmental meetings; participating in parent/teacher meetings, parent conferences etc. as directed by your supervisor
Making continual progress in personal professional growth and development; actively participating in all school sponsored training activities
Liaising with other professionals including the dean of student life, dean of discipline, dean of academic affairs, formation team leaders
Reporting Structure
The teacher reports to the principal.
Supporting Materials School policies and procedures are available in the School’s Faculty Handbook to support the teacher in the execution and achievement of this position’s specific responsibilities.
Key Skills
Experience Working With Students
Classroom Management
Algebra
Behavior Management
Classroom Experience
Lesson Planning
Math
Calculus
Teaching
Tutoring
Geometry
Trigonometry
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