Maths Teacher

Requirements: 

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Full secondary registration with the GTCS, or ability to become registered.
• Qualification to deliver maths, with potential to deliver another subject.
• Sufficient experience to choose subject content which is appropriate to the needs of the pupils, combined with knowledge of current methodology and practices.
• Successful implementation of National Curriculum Guidelines in Curriculum for Excellence (CfE).
• Ability to communicate an enthusiasm for the subject. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with learners in the classroom. Ability to coordinate effectively with colleagues.
• Willingness to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school to the benefit of learners.
• Good awareness of and clear ability to safeguard children by developing appropriate relationships, personal boundaries and maintaining discipline.
• Ability to work well unsupervised and use initiative effectively.

As a maths teacher you will: 

• Plan coherent and progressive teaching programmes that match learners’ needs and abilities.
• Participate in the annual Professional Update and Professional Review and Development processes.
• Engage in the process of curriculum development in collaboration with colleagues, both internal and external.
• Participate in team teaching opportunities and Inter-disciplinary Learning throughout the school.
• Maintain classroom discipline and always promote positive behaviour and social conduct.
• Contribute to development planning, evaluation and quality improvement processes.
• To develop and share creative approaches which integrate individual student performance with well-being and inclusive approaches with attainment.
• To promote, develop and sustain strong partnerships beyond the classroom which include home, other agencies and community partnerships.