Job Description

POSITION: Secondary Mathematics Teacher

LOCATION: Delmar Middle School

200 N. Eighth Street

Delmar, DE 19940

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Delaware certification as a Teacher of Secondary Mathematics (Grades 9-12; Valid in Grades 6-8 Middle School Level); Required
• Satisfactory Child Protection Registry
• Mantoux skin test/PPD documentation
• Cooperative Attitude
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff, and parents.
• Good oral and written communication with the ability to present information effectively.
• The State of Delaware requires all public school employees to undergo a criminal background check (state and federal) to determine suitability for employment.
• Appointment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory criminal background check, which is the responsibility of the employee.
• The State of Delaware requires new employees to be paid by direct deposit and to be part of a lag payroll system as conditions of employment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and deliver Mathematics instruction aligned to Delaware State Standards and the District-adopted curriculum, ensuring fidelity to pacing and instructional expectations.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as ratios/proportional reasoning, the number system (fractions/integers), algebra/expressions, geometry, and statistics.
• Promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
• Conducts hands-on learning activities linking mathematic skills to everyday use and problem solving.
• Create and teach lesson plans, aid students in understanding subject matter, and ensure that classroom routines are followed in accordance with school guidelines.
• Maintain an orderly and respectful classroom environment conducive to learning, enforcing school rules and classroom behavior expectations consistently.
• Monitor students' academic progress through accurate grades and assessments.
• Maintain communication with students, parents/guardians, and school staff as needed.
• Provide instructional opportunities through a digital student learning management system.
• Make reasonable efforts to provide for the care and protection of school property, equipment, and materials.
• Practice sound interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and families.
• Maintain a professional relationship, working cooperatively with all school personnel.
• Participate in department or team meetings, professional development, and other school-related duties as requested.
• Report to work on time every workday, except as afforded by existing law.
• Carefully plan for substitute teachers when unable to attend school and relate lessons to the state content standards.
• Perform other duties as directed by the school administration.
• The teacher must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is required to fluently speak and understand English.
• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers, and reach with hands and arms.
• While performing the duties of this job, expect occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position is a full-time, 10-month position consisting of 188 contractual days. Salary is based on the Delmar School District State and Local Teacher salary scales.

DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: August 17, 2026

CLOSING DATE FOR COMPLETED DISTRICT APPLICATION: August 11, 2026

The Delmar School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.
El Distrito Escolar de Delmar es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades y no discrimina a empleados, solicitantes, visitantes u otros, y no niega el acceso a servicios educativos o de otro tipo, basándose en cualquier característica prohibida por la ley.