Innovative Middle & Upper School Math Teacher

The Park School Of Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Park School of Buffalo in Amherst, NY, seeks a Middle and Upper School Math Teacher to serve grades 7–12. The candidate will contribute to a progressive, inquiry-based math program and work within a community committed to equity and excellence.

Responsibilities include designing curricula, leading discussions, and creating projects that deepen mathematical reasoning, while assessing student learning and fostering a love of math.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
• High level of personal organization and planning.
• Substantial coursework in diversity, equity, and inclusion pedagogy.
• Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a roll-up-my-sleeves attitude.
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for subject matter.

Responsibilities

• Teach math to grades 7-12.
• Design curricula, lead discussions, and create projects that deepen mathematical reasoning.
• Assess student learning and provide feedback to support growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain an engaging, rigorous program.

Skills

2+ years teaching experience

Curriculum design

Classroom management

DEI pedagogy

Team collaboration

Job description

The Park School of Buffalo in Amherst, NY, seeks a Middle and Upper School Math Teacher to serve grades 7–12. The candidate will contribute to a progressive, inquiry-based math program and work within a community committed to equity and excellence.

Responsibilities include designing curricula, leading discussions, and creating projects that deepen mathematical reasoning, while assessing student learning and fostering a love of math.