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Middle School (6th-8th Grade) Math Teacher JobID: 2043

+ Position Type:

Middle School Teaching/ Mathematics

+ Date Posted:

12/18/2025

+ Location:

Norwalk Middle School

+ Date Available:

08/10/2026

+ Closing Date:

Until filled

NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- Updated posting as of 1/9/2026

Job Title Middle School Math

Reports to Building Principal

Position Purpose:

Norwalk Middle School is seeking a dedicated and student-centered Middle School Math Teacher whose primary responsibility will be teaching Pre-Algebra. This position is designed to support student growth in mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and academic confidence while fostering positive relationships and a culture of high expectations. The teacher will plan and deliver high-quality instruction aligned to Iowa Core Standards, collaborate with colleagues, and communicate effectively with students and families to support student success.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

+ Develops and administers district and state approved curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

+ Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

+ Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.

+ Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

+ Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

+ Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

+ Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

+ Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

+ Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level and department, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

+ Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

+ Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.

+ Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.

+ Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal and other central office administrators as designated by the superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.

+ Knowledge of district and state curriculum.

+ Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

+ Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

+ Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

+ Ability to organize and coordinate work.

+ Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

+ Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

+ Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile:

+ Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Education or a related field from an accredited college or university.

+ Valid Iowa Teaching License with 5-12 Mathematics endorsement

+ ?Previous middle school teaching experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements vary by individual job assignment but requires a minimum of the following physical requirements: Walking, standing, bending, carrying, climbing, lifting minimum of 20 pounds, driving, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, and stooping.

Working Conditions:

Varied.

Terms of Employment:

190 day contract in accordance with the Master Contract.