Milwaukee Academy of Science
26-27 6th-grade Social Studies Teacher
Milwaukee Academy of Science, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
Job Overview
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Teacher Department:
School Academy Classification:
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Full‑time Founded in 2000, the Milwaukee Academy of Science is a K4‑12th grade independent charter school serving nearly one thousand scholars in downtown Milwaukee. The mission is to graduate students prepared to compete successfully at the post‑secondary level. African American students comprise 99% of the student body and over 95% qualify for free or reduced meals. Teachers are expected to plan and prepare rigorous lessons and collaborate with staff and parents.
Accountability Objectives The classroom teacher is responsible for preparing all students for post‑secondary success by implementing the district curriculum using culturally responsive instructional strategies, monitoring student progress, analyzing student data, and collaboratively planning for providing student interventions.
Position Characteristics
Length of Contract: First‑Year Teachers – 198 days; Returning Teachers – 195 days
Position Relationships
Reports to: Building Principal
Coordinates with: Building principal, classroom and resource teachers, student service personnel, district coordinators, program support teachers, classified staff, building improvement teams, parents and families
Position Qualifications
Required: Wisconsin Teaching Certification
Position Responsibilities
Understand the educational philosophy of the school.
Plan and deliver curriculum using culturally responsive instructional strategies.
Differentiate instruction.
Use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
Communicate student progress with students, families, district staff members, and building administration.
Collaboratively plan with families, building/district staff, and administration for student improvement.
Be aware of and/or participate on school teams for curriculum development, data analysis, staff development planning, selection of materials, and other committees.
Plan for professional growth through staff development, coursework, and/or other opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and other administrators.
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Teacher Department:
School Academy Classification:
Exempt Job Type:
Full‑time Founded in 2000, the Milwaukee Academy of Science is a K4‑12th grade independent charter school serving nearly one thousand scholars in downtown Milwaukee. The mission is to graduate students prepared to compete successfully at the post‑secondary level. African American students comprise 99% of the student body and over 95% qualify for free or reduced meals. Teachers are expected to plan and prepare rigorous lessons and collaborate with staff and parents.
Accountability Objectives The classroom teacher is responsible for preparing all students for post‑secondary success by implementing the district curriculum using culturally responsive instructional strategies, monitoring student progress, analyzing student data, and collaboratively planning for providing student interventions.
Position Characteristics
Length of Contract: First‑Year Teachers – 198 days; Returning Teachers – 195 days
Position Relationships
Reports to: Building Principal
Coordinates with: Building principal, classroom and resource teachers, student service personnel, district coordinators, program support teachers, classified staff, building improvement teams, parents and families
Position Qualifications
Required: Wisconsin Teaching Certification
Position Responsibilities
Understand the educational philosophy of the school.
Plan and deliver curriculum using culturally responsive instructional strategies.
Differentiate instruction.
Use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and monitor student progress.
Communicate student progress with students, families, district staff members, and building administration.
Collaboratively plan with families, building/district staff, and administration for student improvement.
Be aware of and/or participate on school teams for curriculum development, data analysis, staff development planning, selection of materials, and other committees.
Plan for professional growth through staff development, coursework, and/or other opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and other administrators.
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