Temporary Middle School Mathematics Teacher (Spring 2027)

Bentley School; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentley School, a K-12 independent day school with campuses in Oakland and Lafayette, seeks a temporary full-time middle school math teacher to cover for a leave of absence. Responsibilities include teaching, advising, and participating in student activities across campus and remotely.

The position runs roughly from April 2027 to early June 2027 with a pro-rated salary based on length of service. A strong commitment to diversity, collaboration, and academic excellence is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or Master's in a related field.
• Experience teaching mathematics.
• Experience in an interdisciplinary environment with emphasis on group collaboration.
• Experience in teaching problem-solving skills in addition to traditional core content.
• Ability to work with students in large and small groups using multiple teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Teach middle school math and elective course(s).
• Serve as an advisor to a group of students.
• Participate in clubs, coaching, or student organizations.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans in accordance with school standards.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
• Create a positive learning environment on campus and remotely.
• Attend regular faculty, grade-level, and department meetings.

Skills

Mathematics teaching

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in related field

Job description

Reports To: K-8 Director

Position Type: Position is temporary full-time, exempt, to cover for an employee on a leave of absence. Position is tentatively scheduled to be April 2027 to early June 2027 and salary will be pro-rated based on length of temporary position.

Bentley School is a K-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K-8) and Lafayette (9-12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School's legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character.

Engaging in continual reflection, re-assessment, and pursuit of mission-driven pedagogical practices, Bentley faculty members maintain a growth mindset by observing and learning from each other and participating in robust professional development. Teachers are expected to align unequivocally with student growth and success, establishing pedagogical objectives that are consistent with students' development, reflecting high expectations along with demonstrated flexibility based on student achievement. Beyond the classroom, Bentley faculty members participate meaningfully in aspects of student and campus life serving as role models of compassion, respect, justice, and inclusivity as citizens of the world.

Criteria:

Self-motivated individuals who want to play an integral role in a dynamic school community.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Teach middle school math and elective course(s)
• Serve as an advisor to a group of students
• Participating in various aspects of student life at Bentley such as advising students, clubs, coaching, or working with student organizations
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and are in accordance with school standards.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
• Desire and capacity to teach
• Commitment to guiding the development of students' visual communication, artistic expression, critical thought, contextual realization, self-reflection, and time management skills.
• Ability and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students.
• Work collaboratively with administration, grade level teachers, specialists, and advisors
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, students, and families
• Support and following school policies and procedures
• Create a positive learning environment both remotely and on campus where students thrive academically
• Engage in regular supervisory duties including recess and lunch
• Attend regular faculty, grade-level, and weekly department meetings
• Attend Open Houses and other special events
• Being a positive and contributing member of the Bentley community
• Communicating effectively with parents through conferences, and report writing

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and/or Master's in a related field
• Experience teaching mathematics
• Experience in an interdisciplinary environment with an emphasis on group collaboration
• Experience in teaching problem-solving skills in addition to traditional core content
• Ability and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students
• Desire to continually examine one's practice with the goal to improve student learning
• Commitment to issues of diversity, leadership, inclusion, and equity; Candidates who reflect the broad range of diversity of the Bay Area are encouraged to apply
• A passion for working with young people
• A desire to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers and administrators
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in mathematics and/or a related field
• Experience in working with grades 5-12 in an academic setting
• Experience in innovative course design, planning, implementation, and assessment
• Experience in independent school teaching

Pay Range:

Bentley uses a competitive salary scale, which takes into account experience, education, and skill level. The salary scale for this position ranges from $73,000 for teachers with no prior teaching experience to $140,000 for teachers with over 40 years of prior experience.

Bentley is unable to provide immigration sponsorships such as H1B Visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process.

Bentley School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks rich diversity among faculty and administration. Bentley School offers equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, race, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, religious creed, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic characteristic or genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship, medical leave or other types of protected leave, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. An applicant who does not meet the minimum qualifications of the position(s) for which the applicant applies will not be considered for employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview for the position, or otherwise participate in the hiring process, please notify Human Resources.