Middle School Math Teacher (Grades 5-8)

Position: Middle School Math Teacher (Grades 5-8) – 1099 Contractor
Rate: $50 – $55/hr
Location: Cleveland, OH
Position Type: Full-Time – Start ASAP

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of middle school students? Focused Staffing Group is excited to invite dedicated and enthusiastic educators to join our team for the 2025-26 school year as Middle School Math Teachers serving grades 5-8.

At Focused Staffing Group, we partner with top-performing, tuition-free K-8 schools serving over 3,000 students across 10 vibrant campuses. Recognized locally and nationally for excellence in teaching, leadership, and student achievement, our schools foster inclusive, equitable, and anti-racist environments where both students and educators thrive.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: $50–$55/hr while making a meaningful impact.

• Professional Growth: Access opportunities to develop your teaching skills and leadership potential.

• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate colleagues committed to student success.

• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to building equitable learning spaces that prepare every scholar for college and beyond.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate math lessons tailored to students’ needs.

• Cultivate a classroom culture rooted in high expectations and college readiness.

• Collaborate with faculty and leadership to analyze student data and refine instructional strategies.

• Share best teaching practices and learn from peers.

• Maintain open, positive communication with students’ families through regular updates and conferences.

• Create a safe, organized, and inspiring classroom environment.

• Foster respectful, supportive relationships with students daily.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree is required.

• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience preferred, especially in urban settings.

• Valid Ohio teaching license, Substitute License, or actively pursuing licensure.

• Deep passion for urban education and commitment to our mission.

• Expertise in your content area and grade level.

• Strong data-driven instructional skills.

• Professionalism, openness to feedback, and a growth mindset.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Sheets.

• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and contribute positively to a team.

To Apply: Submit your application today and join Focused Staffing Group to help shape the future, one student at a time!