Adolescent Guide: Mathematics, Science & Advisory

Guidedstudies; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knoxville Montessori School is seeking an Adolescent Guide to teach Mathematics, Science, and Advisory for ages 12–18, beginning the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate will support project-based learning while fostering strong relationships with students and families.

This position involves engaging teaching methods in a supportive Montessori environment, encouraging independence and real-world application of learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.
• Strong background in mathematics.
• Experience teaching grades 7–12 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach middle and high school mathematics lessons.
• Support students in building executive-functioning skills.
• Collaborate with the adolescent team and broader school community.

Skills

Strong mathematics background

Experience teaching adolescents

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Experience with project-based learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Montessori adolescent credential preferred

Job description

Adolescent Guide: Mathematics, Science & Advisory in Knoxville, TN, US

Adolescent Guide: Mathematics, Science & Advisory

Knoxville Montessori School is seeking a relational, flexible, and intellectually curious educator to join our Adolescent Program (ages 12–18) as a Mathematics, Science, and Advisory Guide beginning in the 2026–2027 school year.

This position is ideal for an educator who loves working with adolescents, values authentic relationships, and believes learning should be meaningful, hands‑on, interdisciplinary, and connected to real life. Strong candidates will be confident teaching mathematics while also supporting integrated science instruction, project‑based learning, and executive functioning development.

Our Adolescent Program combines Montessori philosophy with seminar‑style instruction, field studies, occupations, entrepreneurship, internships, community engagement, travel, outdoor education, and portfolio‑based mastery.

Responsibilities

Mathematics & Science Instruction

• Teach mathematics lessons and seminars and provide individualized math support for students with varied skill levels and learning profiles (standard middle school and high school math).
• Support students in building executive‑functioning skills, organization, planning, and academic independence.
• Develop engaging, project‑based math and science learning experiences.
• Incorporate hands‑on science, laboratory work, environmental studies, and field experiences.
• Support students in completing portfolio‑based credit review work aligned with Tennessee graduation requirements.
• Use assessment data and observation to identify student needs and provide intervention/support.

Advisory & Student Support

• Serve as advisor for a small group of adolescent students.
• Build strong relationships with students and families.
• Support student goal‑setting, progress monitoring, internships, and community involvement.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding academic and social‑emotional growth.
• Collaborate with administration and support staff regarding student needs.

Community & Program Responsibilities

• Participate in student trips, outdoor experiences, and community events.
• Support occupations, micro‑economy projects, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with the Adolescent team and broader school community.
• Contribute to maintaining a prepared environment rooted in Montessori values, respect, and responsibility.
• Participate in professional development, reflection, and ongoing program growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong mathematics background required.
• Experience teaching adolescents in grades 7–12 preferred.
• Experience with project‑based, experiential, alternative, or Montessori education preferred.
• Experience supporting neurodivergent learners and students with executive‑functioning challenges strongly preferred.
• Montessori adolescent credential (AMI, AMS, or MACTE) preferred; willingness to pursue Montessori training required.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Collaborative, reflective, and growth‑oriented mindset.

Characteristics for Success

• Calm, relational, and emotionally grounded.
• Flexible and adaptive thinker.
• Strong classroom leadership skills.
• Comfortable working with mixed‑age groups and varied academic readiness.
• Loves nature, experiential learning, and community‑centered education.
• Able to balance structure with creativity.
• Warm, confident, and able to maintain clear boundaries with adolescents.
• Sense of humor, humility, and willingness to grow.

Knoxville Montessori School is an expanding Montessori community serving students from toddler through high school. Our Adolescent Program emphasizes meaningful work, independence, collaboration, outdoor experiences, and real‑world application of learning.

We are especially interested in candidates who are excited to support adolescents in building confidence, independence, executive‑functioning skills, and meaningful engagement with learning.