Secondary Math Teacher

Summit Christian Academy; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

10 Holidays

Maternity and Parental Paid Leave

Tuition benefits for qualified depend

Tuition benefits for qualified depend*

Job summary

Summit Christian Academy in Broken Arrow, OK is seeking a Secondary Math Teacher to instruct middle and high school mathematics, including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra II, using Big Ideas Math.

The position supports biblical worldview integration, requires a bachelor’s degree and state certification, and offers a 9-month contract with a focus on student achievement, classroom management, and collaboration with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• State subject certification in secondary math or math-specific content areas.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills in oral and written interactions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction in middle/high school mathematics.
• Prepare students for standardized testing and college readiness.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Incorporate biblical principles into math concepts.
• Maintain communication with parents and administration.
• Create a positive classroom culture and manage discipline.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Emotional stability

Tech integration

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

State certification in secondary math

Teaching experience (preferred)

Tools

Big Ideas Math

Job description

Summit Christian Academy (SCA) is a non-profit ministry of The Assembly of God Church in Broken Arrow, OK. As such, our employees are expected to uphold high ethical standards defined by Biblical values and serve as role models for the students in our care. All employees must adhere to the Employee Standard of Conduct for The Assembly of Broken Arrow.

SCA provides high-quality, faith-based education to students in preschool through 12th grade. We are looking for teachers who know God and who want to discover purpose, maximize potential, and make a difference in the lives of young people.

Summit teachers are hired on a 9-month contract. As a condition of employment, all positions require the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Position Summary: The Teacher role includes all aspects of planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to fulfill their academic potential and promote positive spiritual development. Establishes a classroom atmosphere where the material is explained in a way that helps each student learn according to his/her ability while modeling Christian life in word and deed.

Secondary Math Teacher Role: A Secondary Math Teacher at Summit Christian Academy provides instruction in middle and/or high school mathematics courses, equipping students with strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills grounded in a biblical worldview. This role includes teaching courses such as Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, and other advanced math offerings as assigned; preparing students for standardized testing and college readiness; offering academic support through tutoring or intervention when needed; and fostering a classroom culture that promotes logical reasoning, perseverance, integrity, and academic excellence.

Summit utilizes the Big Ideas Learning Big Ideas Math curriculum, which is designed to promote true mathematical comprehension rather than rote memorization. The program follows a balanced approach that integrates constructivist, inquiry-based learning with direct instruction, emphasizing depth over breadth to develop a deep, transferable understanding of core mathematical concepts. The Secondary Math Teacher is expected to implement this curriculum with fidelity, differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs, and integrate faith-based connections where appropriate.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Plans a variety of teaching strategies to match students’ learning styles.
• Evaluates students creatively through a broad variety of assessments.
• Maintains positive communication with both parents and students.
• Plans lessons that connect biblical principles to concepts about God’s world.
• Performs a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintains proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good learning environment.
• Keep students, parents, and the administration adequately informed of progress or deficiencies and give sufficient notice of failure.

Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of subject area/s taught.
• State subject certification in secondary math or math-specific content areas.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must exhibit excellent communication skills in oral and written interactions.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality of information.
• Effectively handles stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism.
• Must be able to incorporate classroom technology to enhance instruction.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, co-workers, and Administration.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS will include but not be limited to: walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, manual operation of office machines, lifting and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, manual dexterity for operation of office or classroom equipment, possess vision, distance vision, and depth perception, hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels, speak in audible tones so as to be understood clearly in normal classrooms.

Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Holidays
• Maternity and Parental Paid Leave
• Tuition benefits for qualified dependents.

The Assembly employs, advances, admits, and treats in its employment and educational programs all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, status as a veteran or genetic information. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.