Middle School Mathematics Teacher—Ignite Mesquite

Ignite Community School is on a mission to create a world where every scholar supported by their
families and communities experiences a joyful and transformative academic journey. Empowered with
knowledge skills a strong moral compass and unwavering confidence these scholars emerge as
change agents who thrive to build a more equitable and compassionate society.

ABOUT IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Join us at Ignite Community Schools where were lighting the way for student success across Texas!
As a network of multiple public charter schools under Responsive Education Solutions were dedicated
to creating joyful academically excellent environments that empower students to pursue their dreams
whether in college career or beyond. Our commitment to diversity equity inclusion and antiracism is
at the core of everything we do.
Were seeking passionate individuals to join our team and family individuals who believe in the
potential of every child and are ready to champion equity chase excellence persist with purpose bring
joy and rise together with us.
If youre ready to make a difference and be part of a team thats shaping the future join us at Ignite
Community Schools. Together we can build a more just world one student at a time.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Middle School Mathematics Teacher at Ignite Community School Mesquite will facilitate rigorous
engaging and TEKS-aligned mathematics instruction for students in grades 68. This teacher develops
student competencies in mathematical reasoning problem-solving and quantitative literacy while
building the confidence every scholar needs to succeed in advanced coursework and beyond. The
Middle School Math Teacher provides leadership motivation and high-quality instruction that meets
each student where they are and challenges them to grow.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Delivery & Planning
Prepare and deliver effective TEKS-aligned mathematics lessons that instruct and motivate
students in grades 68 through rigorous evidence-based instructional strategies.

Assign lessons classwork and homework aligned to grade-level standards and correct them in
a timely manner.
Administer formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress record results
and issue reports informing parents of student performance.
Provide academic interventions and targeted support for struggling students including
alignment with campus MTSS Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports.
Maintain student grades classroom calendar and student-parent communication via the
schools online grading and communication tool.
Classroom Culture & Management
Maintain a safe structured and engaging classroom environment conducive to mathematical
inquiry and student learning.
Maintain discipline and behavioral expectations consistent with Ignites PBIS framework.
Set a positive example for classroom care and organization encouraging students to take
ownership of their learning environment.
Inspire praise and correct students with consistency care and interest to encourage academic
success and character development.
Family & Community Engagement
Regularly communicate with students and parents to discuss student progress celebrating
growth and addressing areas of need.
Actively participate in marketing and student recruiting activities as necessary.
Perform duties such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations assisting
students in course selection and counseling students on academic and adjustment challenges.
Professional Responsibilities & Collaboration
Participate in required faculty and professional meetings educational conferences and teacher
training workshops.
Work closely with Special Education and 504 staff to ensure student accommodations are
implemented with fidelity in the mathematics classroom.
Read and comply with the RES Employee Handbook the RES Student-Parent Handbook the
Campus Handbook and other RES manuals and procedures documents.

Perform special projects during and after school hours and other duties as assigned (after-
school hours may include but are not limited to tutoring morning and afternoon student drop-
off and pick-up duty and award ceremonies).

Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Certification
Must meet one of the following:
Valid Texas State Teachers Certification in Mathematics (Grades 48) or a related content
area.
Bachelors degree with a passing score on the TExES Mathematics (Grades 48) exam or the
applicable content-area exam.

Bachelors degree in Mathematics Education Mathematics or a closely related field.
Bachelors degree with an academic minor or major (minimum of 18 credit hours) in
mathematics or a core academic subject area.

Bachelors degree and documented successful relevant work experience in a mathematics-
related field established by at least one year of employment requiring demonstrated knowledge

or skill in the content area supported by a professional letter of recommendation from the
educators employer or supervisor.
Experience
Prior classroom teaching experience in mathematics at the middle school level preferred.
Experience with TEKS-aligned mathematics curriculum data-driven instruction and intervention
strategies preferred.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Passion for students and strong content knowledge in middle school mathematics including
6th8th grade TEKS domains (number and operations proportionality expressions/equations
geometry measurement and data analysis).
Ability to design and deliver engaging rigorous and differentiated math instruction for diverse
learners.
Ability to maintain a classroom of approximately 2025 students.
Ability and patience to work interactively with middle school students of varying academic levels.
Ability to understand and respond to the academic needs of students.
Strong organizational time management communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students parents peers
campus administration and network staff.
Ability to interpret policy procedures and student data such as diagnostic test results STAAR
scores and grade point averages.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Computer literate; proficiency in classroom and grading technology.
Ability to travel as necessary (e.g. field trips trainings).

OTHER

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsive Education Solutions
considers applicants for all positions without regard to race color national origin age religion sex
marital status veteran or military status disability or any other legally protected status. Being
authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. ResponsiveEd is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.

Additional Information

Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. For more information on the
ResponsiveEd Teacher Salary schedule please visit Responsive Education Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package including health
coverage and retirement.

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