Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Graded - The American School of São Paulo; São Paulo; Vor Ort; BRL 90.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Graded - The American School of São Paulo is seeking a Middle School Mathematics Teacher to deliver rigorous instruction aligned with the school's standards, supporting students across readiness levels and fostering curiosity.

The successful candidate will plan engaging, inquiry-based lessons, assess progress, collaborate with colleagues and parents, and contribute to a dynamic international program.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education.
• Valid teaching certification/license.
• Minimum five years of classroom teaching experience.
• Experience teaching middle school mathematics.
• Experience in international or multicultural contexts (desirable).
• Familiarity with integrating technology and graphing tools.

Aufgaben

• Plan and deliver high-quality middle school mathematics instruction aligned with curriculum and standards.
• Facilitate inquiry-based learning and real-world connections.
• Assess student learning with diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments.
• Collaborate with mathematics colleagues to align curriculum across grade levels.
• Engage with parents and participate in professional development and school initiatives.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education

Master's degree in Mathematics or related discipline

Experience teaching middle school mathematics

Experience in international or multicultural contexts

Differentiation and student-centered instruction

Strong classroom management and communication

Tools

Graphing tools

Digital learning platforms

Mathematical modeling

Jobbeschreibung

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Middle School Mathematics Teacher provides rigorous and engaging instruction in mathematics, developing students' understanding, problem-solving abilities, mathematical reasoning, and critical thinking skills. The teacher creates purposeful learning experiences that support students at varied levels of readiness while building confidence and curiosity as mathematical learners. The Middle School Mathematics Teacher collaborates with colleagues, students, and parents to ensure access to the curriculum, support student growth, and promote lifelong learning in alignment with Graded's mission and values.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction and Student Learning

• Plan and deliver high-quality mathematics instruction aligned with Graded's Middle School curriculum and standards, ensuring lessons are purposeful, differentiated, and intellectually challenging.
• Facilitate inquiry-based learning and encourage students to make connections between mathematics and real-world contexts.
• Support students in developing strong foundational skills, confidence, and productive habits as mathematical learners while preparing them for continued success in high school mathematics.
• Empower students to take ownership of their learning through reflection, goal-setting, perseverance, and self-advocacy.

Assessment and Feedback

• Design and administer a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments aligned with the Middle School mathematics curriculum and standards.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback that supports student growth, mathematical thinking, and intellectual curiosity.
• Use assessment evidence to adjust instruction, identify student needs, and provide appropriate support.

Collaboration and Curriculum Development

• Collaborate with mathematics colleagues to ensure alignment and consistency across Middle School mathematics courses and grade levels
• Participate in curriculum review, development, and articulation across grade levels, including collaboration with Lower School and High School colleagues as appropriate.
• Share best practices in teaching and learning to strengthen the mathematics program and support student success.

Professional Practice and Community Engagement

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding learning, progress, and expectations.
• Participate in professional development, departmental and divisional meetings, and whole-school initiatives.
• Demonstrate professionalism in attendance, punctuality, communication, collaboration, and conduct.
• Contribute to the school community through advisory, extracurricular activities, clubs, or academic enrichment opportunities.

Certifications and Education

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or a related field.
• Valid teaching certification/license.

Desired

• Master's degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related discipline.
• Professional training or experience in middle school mathematics pedagogy, inquiry-based learning, differentiation, or standards-based assessment.

Experience

Required

• Minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience.
• Experience teaching middle school mathematics or equivalent age groups.

Desired

• Experience teaching mathematics in international or multicultural contexts.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning profiles and varying levels of mathematical readiness.
• Familiarity with integrating technology, digital platforms, graphing tools, and mathematical modeling into instruction.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required

• Deep content knowledge in mathematics across a range of topics.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for varied learning styles and abilities.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Desired

• Strong understanding of adolescent development and effective middle school mathematics pedagogy.
• Familiarity with standards-based curriculum, assessment, and reporting practices.