SUMMARY 

The school seeks a talented, enthusiastic, experienced math educator who is comfortable to teach Math in the Middle School in grade 5 through Algebra 1.  The position requires faculty to work collaboratively to create and implement a program that is engaging and confidence-building.  The faculty member will join an experienced and talented team that is eager to meld innovative approaches with traditional ones in order to reach each student.   

This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position. Some evening and weekend work is required. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

The school seeks an outstanding educator for Middle School Math, whose duties comprise: 

• Teaching four sections of Middle School Math within the comprehensive math curriculum; 
• Appropriately facilitating both application and project-based math;  
• Creating a classroom environment that promotes the explanation of concepts, collaborative learning, and the use of a variety of resources; 
• The willingness to join collaborative math teams built around courses and grade levels; 
• Serving as a grade level advisor and team member managing all aspects of the grade level experience, focusing on building character and community.   

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

The ideal candidate will:

• Have 3-5 years of prior teaching experience with Middle School students; 
• Demonstrate competency with student-centered technology, an interest in advancing and supporting its use to enhance student learning, and the desire to employ technology to connect with students;  
• Have a rich background in the Algebras and algebraic thinking; 
• Collaborate with other members of the math department to ensure a developmentally appropriate, aligned mathematics program; 
• Encourage and support both reluctant mathematicians and advanced mathematical thinkers; 
• Have the ability to support students in their acquisition and development of key process skills related to mathematics; 
• Work to develop a growth mindset and resilience in all math learners; 
• Be enthusiastic about creating student-centered lessons that allow young learners to develop a variety of mathematical strategies; 
• Be motivated to find ways to contribute to the life of the community through Math club, Quiz Bowl, math competitions, etc.;  
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and spoken; 
• Possess the optimism, desire, and positive enthusiasm to work with Middle School students and to partner with their families. 

Specific Skills and Abilities:

• Have a desire to be part of a community that values difference and actively engages with it.
• Show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (e.g., familiarity with concepts; evidence of relevant personal growth; examples of relevant practice, etc.). 
• Be a motivated collaborator, possess a strong work ethic, and have a positive spirit.