Middle School Math Teacher

Great Hearts Online; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K matching

Professional development opportunities

Tuition support for graduate studies

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a Middle School Math Teacher at North Phoenix Preparatory Academy in Phoenix, AZ. The role involves delivering rigorous math instruction across grades 6-12 using the Great Hearts curriculum and engaging families to support student growth.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or higher, with no teaching certification required for general education. Travel locally for professional development may be requested; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required for lead teaching role.
• Certification not required for general education.
• All majors welcome.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials.
• Provide academic support to students and monitor progress.
• Uphold school culture, dress code, and safety policies.
• Communicate clearly with families and foster home-school partnerships.
• Participate in academy life and collaborate with colleagues.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

## Middle School Math TeacherApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Phoenix, AZtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-464**Location:** North Phoenix Preparatory Academy (14100 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032)**Position Summary:** We 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 cost* Matching 401K program* Uniquely 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 universities**Mathematics at Great Hearts:*** 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.**Duties and Responsibilities:**Great Hearts teachers guide students in a variety of subjects across grades 6-12, including Humanities, Math, Science, Fine Arts, Languages, and Physical Education. Teachers lead students through intelligence, charisma, humor, moral integrity and example—in short, through love and friendship. Ultimately, our teachers strive to cultivate the minds and hearts of students in the wonder-filled pursuit of truth, beauty and goodness.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 role* Certification is not required for general education* All majors are welcome**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.**