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High School Mathematics Teacher ($5,000 Sign on Bonus)

Fort Dodge Community School District
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High School Classroom Teacher 

Supervisor: Building Administrator
Contract Length: 190 days
Job Classification: Certified Teacher 
FLSA Status: Exempt

In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family. 

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate High School Mathematics Teacher to join our academic team. The ideal candidate will create a positive, inclusive, and challenging learning environment that helps students develop strong mathematical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. You will be responsible for teaching curriculum ranging from Algebra and Geometry to Advanced Math (e.g., Pre-Calculus, Statistics). 

Key Responsibilities
Instruction: Develop and deliver lesson plans that are engaging and align with state/Common Core standards.
Assessment: Regularly evaluate student performance through tests, assignments, and projects to monitor progress and adjust teaching methods.
Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, orderly, and encouraging environment conducive to learning.
Individualized Support: Provide extra help and differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs.
Communication: Meet with parents and guardians to discuss student performance and provide progress updates.
Collaboration: Work with colleagues to develop curriculum initiatives and participate in professional development.
Technology Integration: Utilize technology to supplement instruction and enhance student understanding.

Other

  • 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 and lunch.
  • Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
  • Performs other duties, as assigned.
  • Reliable work attendance is required. 

All positions assigned 30 or more hours weekly (typically 6 hours daily) are eligible for a full benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance and paid leave.  

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field applicable to senior high school  education.
  • License issued by Iowa BoEE for senior high school teaching.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy enabling differentiation
  • Knowledge of senior high school curriculum and concepts.
  • 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, techonology devices and software applications.
  • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, coworkers and the greater community.
  • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others. 

Travel Requirements

  • Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

  • Works in indoor and outdoor environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Amount of Time

Physical Activity

Occasionally
(1%-32%)Frequently
(33%-65%)Constantly
(66%-100%)

Mobility

--X

Bend

X--

Talk

--X

Hear

--X

Operate Computer

-X-

Stationary Position

-X-

Balance

--X

Lift Up to 20 pounds

X--

Manual Dexterity Tasks

-X-

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling

X--

Sitting

-X-

Carrying (25 feet)

X--

 
WORKING CONDITIONS:

Amount of Time

Working Conditions

Occasionally
(1%-32%)

Frequently
(33%-65%)

Constantly
(66%-100%)

District Office Hours

--X

Indoors

--X

Weekends/Off Schedule

X--

Temperature Extremes  

X--


*Teachers will not be eligible for future sign-on bonuses if rehired within 3 years of separation. A teacher will not be eligible for a sign-on bonus if a prior bonus has been offered and accepted. If a teacher is terminated before a full year of employment or abandons their contract they will be required to repay the sign-on bonus at time of separation.

It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs, services, and its employment practices.  If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 N 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, bgreathouse@fdschools.org, Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501). Affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The District's Compliance Coordinator for Affirmative Action is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, 515-576-1161, kwhitmore@fdschools.org, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The school district will respond promptly to allegations of abuse of students by school district employees by timely reporting to all relevant agencies as required by law. The District's coordinator for abuse reporting is Roger Porter, Director of Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 5050 Harassment Complaints and Allegations The District's Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731, rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The District's Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources, kwhitmore@fdschools.org, located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The Deputy Coordinator is Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-574-5731,rporter@fdschools.org, located at Fort Dodge Middle School, 800 North 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Rev. 7/2025

 

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.