Middle School Math Teacher

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious preparatory school in New York is seeking a Middle School Math Teacher for grades 6-8. This position involves developing engaging lesson plans using the Illustrative Mathematics approach and fostering a supportive learning environment. Ideal candidates should have relevant teaching experience, a Bachelor's degree, and a passion for mentoring young learners.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans

8% Annual Employer Contribution to retirement

Free breakfast & lunch when school is in session

Generous holiday schedule, sick and personal time

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years full-time teaching experience.
• Proven track record of high achievement in the classroom.
• Ability to communicate effectively with families.

Responsibilities

• Implement unit plans reflecting diverse learning needs.
• Evaluate students and write report cards throughout the year.
• Provide individualized feedback and support to students.

Skills

Communication

Differentiation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Middle School Math Teacher

The Middle School Math Teacher will teach grades 6-8. We utilize the Illustrative Mathematics problem-based approach, which emphasizes collaborative sense-making and rich opportunities for discourse, as well as building upon the flexible thinking and number sense developed in elementary grades. We expect the new hire to honor student thinking and curiosity as they discover the many patterns that unveil the big ideas of middle school mathematics.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement unit plans that reflect sequential learning with differentiated activities based on students’ knowledge and skills.
• Use department guidelines to assess and evaluate students throughout the year, maintain records, write report cards accordingly, and host family conferences.
• Use CGPS framework for teaching to guide professional practice
• Provide meaningful, individualized feedback and support to students.
• Collaborate positively and respectfully with members of the Middle School, math department, Learning Resource Center, school administrators, and families.
• Responsible for coverage of duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s degree is preferred
• Minimum of three years full-time teaching experience
• Valid State Certification is helpful but not required, preferably in middle or secondary math
• Proven track record of high achievement in the classroom
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish rapport with families both orally and in writing

WORK HOURS:

• 7:45 am - 3:15 pm Mon-Fri
• Bi-weekly faculty meetings until 4:30 pm
• Start Date: This position is for the 25-26 School Year with the new hire orientation beginning in late August.

COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is $71,000.000 -$118,500.00 based on completed degree programs and years of lead teaching experience. We also offer a warm and supportive culture as well as exceptional benefits including but not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans with a free medical coverage option for employee only coverage
• Free vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, Parking & Transit
• 8% Annual Employer Contribution to retirement after one year of full time service
• Basic Life Insurance
• Enhanced Short Term Disability Coverage
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• Low cost additional benefits including voluntary life insurance, critical illness coverage and pet insurance
• Additional Aflac policies
• Free breakfast & lunch when school is in session
• Discounted parking
• Generous holiday schedule, sick and personal time

CGPS MISSION STATEMENT:

CGPS nurtures each student’s unique passions and talents inside and outside the classroom, unifying and inspiring members of its community in a rigorous but relaxed learning environment, preparing them for the finest colleges and instilling in them the confidence, ethical values and sense of purpose to embrace challenges, to achieve their dreams and to improve the world.

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