Job Description / Essential Elements

• TITLE - Teacher, Mathematics
• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Credential
• California credential authorizing instruction of Mathematics
• Education
• Sufficient to meet credential requirements
• Experience
• None required
• Personal
• See District requirements

• KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of and ability to implement the subject matter, philosophical, social, and educational concepts relative to the duties and responsibilities listed on this job description
• DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Subject Area and Management Area
• 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; to develop good relationships with parents and with other staff members
• Teaches courses in mathematics to secondary pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education,



and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content
• Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of course of study common to all teachers as specified by state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
• Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing “discovery”, and laboratory learning methods
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil
• Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment
• Evaluates each pupil’s progress in mathematical knowledge and skills, and prepares progress reports.

📌 Temporary Teacher (San Marcos)
🏢 San Marcos Unified School District
📍 San Marcos