High School Math Leave Replacement Teacher

The Dalton School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dalton School in New York City is seeking two high school math teachers for the September 2026–December 2026 semester. Courses include Algebra 2, Geometry, Precalculus, and Calculus, taught with a collaborative approach and emphasis on open-ended problem solving.

The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching high school math, committed to inclusive practices, and ready to contribute to a collegial department that values teamwork and student growth.

Qualifications

• Relevant math teaching experience required; high school teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to inclusive practices in pedagogy, curriculum, and community engagement.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to learn educational technologies.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses, collaborating regularly and closely with the course teaching teams.
• Work with existing curriculum to design engaging lessons and assessments.
• Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment.
• Engage actively in departmental and school-wide inclusion activities.
• Participate in other departmental and schoolwide initiatives as needed.

Skills

Math teaching

Inclusive pedagogy

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Educational technologies

Job description

Salary Range:$32,000 - $71,000. The position on the scale will be based on years of teaching experience and education.

Exemption Status:Exempt

The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student’s evolving needs, interests, and abilities. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community.

We are seeking two high school math teachers for the semester beginning September 2026 and ending December 2026. Math at Dalton is taught collaboratively with an emphasis on open-ended problem solving. We seek to cultivate an appreciation for mathematical rigor and a joy in finding creative solutions to problems. Much of our curriculum has been developed and iterated on through collaboration and teamwork. We are a collegial and engaged department committed to inclusion.

Our ideal candidate is passionate and knowledgeable about high school students and mathematics. We are seeking a candidate prepared to teach Algebra 2, proof-based Geometry, Precalculus, and Calculus. In your cover letter, please highlight any experience teaching these topics or related courses, and address the role that inclusion work has played in your teaching practices.

Responsibilities:

• Teach four courses, collaborating regularly and closely with the course teaching teams.
• Work with existing curriculum to design engaging lessons and assessments.
• Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment.
• Engage actively in departmental and school-wide inclusion activities.
• Participate in other departmental and schoolwide initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:

• Relevant math teaching experience required; high school teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, and community engagement.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Facility with and willingness to learn educational technologies.

The Dalton School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law in the administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics, and other school-administered programs.