Job Description

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Cape Henlopen High School School
Full-time, Permanent
2026-2027 School Year

General Description: The Secondary Mathematics Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and assessing effective mathematics instruction for students in grades 9-12. The Secondary Math Teacher fosters a positive learning environment, develops engaging lesson plans, and supports students in developing strong mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Must hold state of Delaware initial or continuing license
• Must hold state of Delaware certification as a Secondary Mathematics Teacher
• Student teaching on a transcript

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Select instructional goals that are aligned with the Delaware content standards and the district or charter school's curricula. Goals are appropriate for learners and reflect high expectations for all students, consistent with State Assessment performance levels where applicable.
• Plan for learning activities that align with the instructional goals and support student learning. Instructional planning outlines the structure and selection of materials and activities that support student learning in relation to the district or charter school's curricula.
• Show his or her knowledge of content and how to teach it to a variety of learners. The teacher's plans include natural connections among content areas that deepen student learning. The content that he or she teaches is aligned to the district or charter school's curricula
• Show his or her knowledge of student developmental characteristics; approaches to learning, knowledge, and skills; interests; cultural heritage; and, where applicable, State Assessment performance levels.
• Create and/or select assessments that are congruent with instructional goals, criteria, and standards. The teacher plans for the use of formative and summative assessments of the teacher's students.
• Have clearly defined procedures for managing learning time, transitions between learning events, and routines that maximize learning time.
• Establish behavioral expectations and consequences and monitor student conduct. The teacher responds to student behavior in appropriate and effective ways to minimize disruptions.
• Create an atmosphere in which learning is valued. Teacher-to-student and student-to-student interactions demonstrate rapport grounded in mutual respect.
• Organizes, allocates, and manages physical space to create a safe learning environment. Uses physical resources to contribute to effective instruction and make resources accessible to all students.
• Teaches content that is appropriate, clear, and linked to student knowledge and experience. Content is aligned with the district or school's curricula. Activities and assignments engage all students. Instructional materials are suitable to the instructional goals. The instruction is coherent and paced appropriately for all students.
• Have a repertoire of instructional strategies and use them to modify lessons as needed. The teacher differentiates instruction based on learner characteristics and achievement data.
• Communication, both written and verbal, that is clear and appropriate to students' ages, backgrounds, and levels of understanding.
• Use questions appropriate to the content and students' level of understanding. The teacher encourages students to pose their own questions and is responsive to student questions. The teacher facilitates student-led discussions.
• Make the assessment criteria known to students, monitor students' progress, provide descriptive feedback, promote student self-assessment, and use data to plan future instruction.
• Share information about the school's educational program and expectations for student performance. Develop a mechanism for two-way communication with families about student progress, behavior, and personal needs or concerns.
• Keep records of attendance, disciplinary actions, emergency contact information, and personal information. The teacher shares relevant information with appropriate school personnel.
• Choose and participate in professional development that is aligned with his or her professional needs and aligned with the needs of the school, district, or charter school, or students.
• Engage in reflective thinking as an individual, as a team participant, or as a school community member with the goal of improving instruction and learning for all students

Professional Responsibilities

• Able to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Willingness to accept guidance and suggestions.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Able to work independently and exercise initiative.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to continue professional growth and development.
• Able to work with other cultures represented in the community

Competencies: Success in this position requires the following knowledge, skills, and abilities

1. Knowledge
   • Understanding of Equity initiatives & resources that promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, embracing differences as a strategic opportunity towards leading the District's efforts to build a culture of equality and embodiment for all students, families, employees, and the community.
   • Must possess a demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Special Education & 504 Plans.
   • Must have experience and a working knowledge of data management systems in addition to Google Docs.
2. Skills
   • Active listening -Giving full attention to what others are saying and taking the time to understand what is being said.
   • Social perceptiveness � Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
   • Coordination & Flexibility � Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions, and an openness to accepting new assignments and duties.
   • Communicating - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person
3. Abilities
   • Interpersonal Relationships � Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with students and staff, and maintaining them over time.
   • Oral comprehension � Able to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
   • Oral expression � Able to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

SALARY: State and Local salary based on educational experience. For approximate salary, click here: https://www.capehenlopenschools.com/staff-info/salary-tables

SUBSTITUTES ARE CONSIDERED EXTERNAL AND MUST SUBMIT AN EXTERNAL APPLICATION.

Current employees must submit an internal application through Recruiting & Hiring by August 27, 2026. When applying online, you must:
1. Apply for the desired vacancy.
2. You are encouraged to upload a current letter of interest for the position you are applying for.
3. Submit your application. Your application is not submitted until you click the submit button and get verification.

The Cape Henlopen School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period and to modify job requirements.

A satisfactory Criminal Background Check, DE Child Protection Registry, and TB test are required for all new employees.

The Cape Henlopen School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. (El Distrito Escolar Cape Henlopen ofrece oportunidades iguales de empleo y sin discriminaci�n de raza, color, credo, religi�n, g�nero (incluyendo embarazo, parto y sus condiciones m�dicas), nacionalidad, ciudadania o ascendencia, edad, discapacidad, estado civil, servicio military(veterano), informaci�n gen�tica, orientaci�n sexual, o identidad de g�nero, en contra de v�ctimas de violencia dom�stica, ofensas sexuales, acecho, o bajo cualquier otra categoria protegida por la ley local, estatal, y federal.) Ned Gladfelter, Employee/Student Compliance Officer: OCR/Title IX/504 Office of Human Resources; Amanda Archambault, Student 504 Compliance Officer, 1270 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958.