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Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Mathematics
Date Posted:
12/8/2025
Location:
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities
Position: Middle School Math Teacher
School: Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities
Location: In Person | Full-Time | Contract Position | 2025-2026 School Year
Position Summary
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities is a K-8 public charter school committed to academic excellence and serving students from diverse backgrounds. We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Middle School Math Teacher for grades 6-8. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction that fosters mathematical understanding, problem-solving skills, and personal growth. This educator will cultivate a positive classroom environment, collaborate with colleagues, and build strong relationships with students and families in alignment with the Minnesota Learning Standards .
The Middle School Math Teacher is a full-time, salaried position with a comprehensive benefits package for the full academic year.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Student Learning
* Plan and deliver daily math lessons aligned with Minnesota Learning Standards and/or Common Core State Standards for Mathematics .
* Implement a flexible instructional program that supports both academic learning and personal growth.
* Utilize a variety of instructional strategies (e.g., inquiry-based learning, group discussion, small-group instruction, discovery, lecture) to support conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and real-world application.
* Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs and abilities of all learners, including students with IEPs, English learners, and students with unique backgrounds and skills.
* Provide individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to each student's ability level.
* Translate lesson plans into effective learning experiences that maximize instructional time.
* Instruct students in citizenship and positive habits of mind.
* Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, guide instruction, and provide timely, actionable feedback.
Assessment, Records, & Reporting
* Evaluate students' academic and social growth and maintain accurate instructional records.
* Prepare progress reports, maintain assessment documentation, and communicate student progress clearly with families.
* Identify student needs and collaborate with other professional staff members to support students experiencing academic, behavioral, health-related, or social challenges.
Classroom Management & Student Engagement
* Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive, and functional classroom environment.
* Set clear expectations for student behavior and learning and implement school-wide behavior systems consistently and fairly.
* Promote a growth mindset, encourage risk-taking in problem-solving, and foster critical thinking and collaboration.
Collaboration, Communication, & Professionalism
* Build effective rapport with students and positive relationships with parents, guardians, and colleagues.
* Participate in grade-level and content-area team meetings, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) , school improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and required school functions.
* Attend parent-teacher conferences and communicate consistently with families regarding student performance and the school program.
* Maintain professional competence and stay current with best practices through ongoing professional development, in-service training, and independent growth activities.
Qualifications
Required:
* Valid MN 5-12 Math Teaching License .
* Demonstrated content knowledge in mathematics and effective instructional practices.
* Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and academic profiles.
* Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
* Understanding of adolescent development and middle school pedagogy.
Preferred:
* Experience teaching math at the middle school level.
* Familiarity with standards-based grading, MTSS, and instructional technology tools (e.g., Desmos, Khan Academy, Google Classroom ).
* Bilingual or ESL endorsement.
Working Conditions
* School environment with daily interaction with students, staff, and families.
* In-person teaching with occasional evening events (e.g., open houses, parent meetings).
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Based on qualifications and experience
Benefits include:
* Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
Middle School Teaching/Mathematics
Date Posted:
12/8/2025
Location:
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities
Position: Middle School Math Teacher
School: Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities
Location: In Person | Full-Time | Contract Position | 2025-2026 School Year
Position Summary
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities is a K-8 public charter school committed to academic excellence and serving students from diverse backgrounds. We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Middle School Math Teacher for grades 6-8. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction that fosters mathematical understanding, problem-solving skills, and personal growth. This educator will cultivate a positive classroom environment, collaborate with colleagues, and build strong relationships with students and families in alignment with the Minnesota Learning Standards .
The Middle School Math Teacher is a full-time, salaried position with a comprehensive benefits package for the full academic year.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Student Learning
* Plan and deliver daily math lessons aligned with Minnesota Learning Standards and/or Common Core State Standards for Mathematics .
* Implement a flexible instructional program that supports both academic learning and personal growth.
* Utilize a variety of instructional strategies (e.g., inquiry-based learning, group discussion, small-group instruction, discovery, lecture) to support conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and real-world application.
* Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs and abilities of all learners, including students with IEPs, English learners, and students with unique backgrounds and skills.
* Provide individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to each student's ability level.
* Translate lesson plans into effective learning experiences that maximize instructional time.
* Instruct students in citizenship and positive habits of mind.
* Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, guide instruction, and provide timely, actionable feedback.
Assessment, Records, & Reporting
* Evaluate students' academic and social growth and maintain accurate instructional records.
* Prepare progress reports, maintain assessment documentation, and communicate student progress clearly with families.
* Identify student needs and collaborate with other professional staff members to support students experiencing academic, behavioral, health-related, or social challenges.
Classroom Management & Student Engagement
* Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, inclusive, and functional classroom environment.
* Set clear expectations for student behavior and learning and implement school-wide behavior systems consistently and fairly.
* Promote a growth mindset, encourage risk-taking in problem-solving, and foster critical thinking and collaboration.
Collaboration, Communication, & Professionalism
* Build effective rapport with students and positive relationships with parents, guardians, and colleagues.
* Participate in grade-level and content-area team meetings, Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) , school improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and required school functions.
* Attend parent-teacher conferences and communicate consistently with families regarding student performance and the school program.
* Maintain professional competence and stay current with best practices through ongoing professional development, in-service training, and independent growth activities.
Qualifications
Required:
* Valid MN 5-12 Math Teaching License .
* Demonstrated content knowledge in mathematics and effective instructional practices.
* Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and academic profiles.
* Strong classroom management, communication, and collaboration skills.
* Understanding of adolescent development and middle school pedagogy.
Preferred:
* Experience teaching math at the middle school level.
* Familiarity with standards-based grading, MTSS, and instructional technology tools (e.g., Desmos, Khan Academy, Google Classroom ).
* Bilingual or ESL endorsement.
Working Conditions
* School environment with daily interaction with students, staff, and families.
* In-person teaching with occasional evening events (e.g., open houses, parent meetings).
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Based on qualifications and experience
Benefits include:
* Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan