Upper Elementary Math Teacher

The Joy School; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Supportive peers

Personalized professional development

Casual dress code (jeans)

Beautiful campus in Museum District

Free beverages and snacks

Job summary

The Joy School in Houston, TX seeks an Upper Elementary Math Teacher to guide two classes of fourth and fifth graders with learning differences toward academic and social potential.

You'll plan targeted instruction, collaborate with families and colleagues, and continuously pursue professional growth in a nurturing, joyful environment.

The Joy School promises competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, a beautiful campus in the Museum District, and a collaborative, student-centered culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree required
• Teacher certification preferred
• Experience teaching in a classroom setting with diverse learners

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver targeted math and science instruction to two classes of up to eight fourth and/or fifth grade students with learning differences.
• Communicate with colleagues and parents to provide an exceptional experience for all families.
• Engage in the continuous pursuit of lifelong personal and professional development and reflection.
• Observe, analyze, and pivot based on the needs of kids.
• Record, synthesize, and report progress in both formal and informal ways.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Curiosity

Analytical ability

Flexibility

Humor

Patience

Growth mindset

Experience

High energy

Innovation

Education

Bachelor Degree

Teacher certification preferred

Job description

• Kindness, compassion, curiosity, analytical ability, flexibility, a sense of humor, patience, growth mindset, experience, high energy, and innovation

Details

• Posted: 01-Jul-26
• Location: Houston, Texas
• Type: Full Time
• Salary: Competitive
• Categories: Math
• Required Education: 4 Year Degree

What You Offer Us

• Kindness, compassion, curiosity, analytical ability, flexibility, a sense of humor, patience, growth mindset, experience, high energy, and innovation

What We Offer You

• A promise to treat you like the professional you are Competitive salary and benefits
• Supportive and collaborative peers A fun and joyful work environment
• Personalized professional development Fancy smelling soap
• Free coffee, soda, tea, and nugget ice Freedom to wear jeans any day of the week
• A beautiful campus in the Museum District of Houston

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Plan and deliver targeted math and science instruction to two classes of up to eight fourth and/or fifth grade students with learning differences Communicate with colleagues and parents to provide an exceptional experience for all families
• Engage in the continuous pursuit of lifelong personal and professional development and reflection
• Observe, analyze, and pivot based on the needs of kids
• Record, synthesize, and report progress in both formal and informal ways Provide support to kids in the form of social coaching
• Have fun teaching and learning

Other Important Information

• Experience teaching in a classroom setting required Bachelor Degree required
• Pay is competitive with surrounding districts
• Please visit www.thejoyschool.org for more information
• Bachelor's degree or higher required with teacher certification preferred
• Three to five years of relative classroom experience required
• Comfort in teaching a range of grade levels and content areas
• Experience working with diverse learners
• Knowledge of learning differences and the ability to differentiate instruction in the classroom based on those needs
• Strong ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form
• Analytical approach to curriculum, instructional methods, and students
• Flexibility as it relates to classroom management, pacing of curriculum, and student expectations
• Compassion for students, parents, and colleagues

Diverse candidates with diverse experiences encouraged to apply

About The Joy School

Mission: The Joy School prepares students with learning differences to return to traditional classroom settings by enabling them to reach their academic and social potential in a safe, supportive environment.

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