Middle/High School Math Teacher

Great Hearts Academies; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental,

vision etc.)

Matching 401K program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies seeks a Middle/High School Math Teacher at Scottsdale Preparatory Academy to deliver rigorous Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry and Calculus using a Socratic, proof-based approach. You’ll foster a joyful, orderly classroom aligned with the school’s mission to pursue truth, goodness and beauty.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, supporting students, and communicating with families, while collaborating with colleagues and participating in ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher is required for a lead teaching role.
• US work authorization is required, OPT/CPT accepted.
• Criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials.
• Provide academic support and monitor student progress, collaborating with leadership.
• Uphold culture, dress code, conduct and safety procedures.
• Communicate with families and schedule conferences as needed.
• Participate in faculty collaboration and ongoing professional growth.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Position Title: Middle/High School Math TeacherLocation: Scottsdale Preparatory Academy, 16537 N 92nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85260Reports To: HeadmasterFLSA Status: Salaried-ExemptWe are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee costMatching 401K programUniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universitiesMiddle/High School Math:Rigorous courses in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Euclidean Geometry, and Calculus. Students study mathematics every year K-12 as part of the core curriculum.Mathematics is not aimed at or limited to those with particular career aspirations but rather taught for its own sake because it is awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful.We explore the nature of math itself and have a pure-mathematics focus; our courses are proof-based, and taught using a largely Socratic pedagogy.Roles and Responsibilities:Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.Required/Preferred Education:Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching roleCertification is not required for general educationAll majors are welcomeUS work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.