Upper School Math Teacher

Beaver Country Day School, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaver Country Day School in Chestnut Hill, near Boston, invites applications for an Upper School Math teacher covering courses from Integrated Math 2 through Calculus and serving as an academic advisor. The role emphasizes collaborative planning, engaging students through technology, and contributing to school life.

The successful candidate will use student-centered instruction, foster a diverse and inclusive classroom, and pursue ongoing professional growth aligned with Beaver’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the subject area; master’s degree preferred
• At least three years of teaching experience or relevant work preferred

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the work of the Math Department, including innovative student-centered practices
• Collaborate with colleagues within and across departments
• Utilize technology to enhance instruction and student learning
• Post resources, feedback, and assignments to the LMS in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and parents/guardians
• Provide ongoing, timely, actionable, user-friendly feedback to students
• Participate in and contribute to the life of the school outside of the department

Skills

Student-centered instruction

Collaboration across departments

Technology-enhanced instruction

Timely feedback to students

Communication with students/parents

Diversity, equity, inclusion

Humor in teaching

Education

Bachelor's in Math or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

LMS

Job description

Job DetailsReports to: Head of the Math Department and the Director of the Upper School

Classification: Exempt, full-time

Beaver Country Day School is an independent day school serving 460 students in grades 6-12, and located in Chestnut Hill, just outside of Boston. Founded in 1920 and propelled by our progressive roots, our goal is to expand the nature of school. With over 40 local and national partnerships, almost daily field trips, a thriving performing and visual arts program, and a best-in-class research and design center, we are able to combine rigorous academics with real-world application, focusing on teaching content combined with experience applying it to current issues. Our athletic program offers first-rate athletic and fitness opportunities that prioritize the whole athlete. The school fosters a joyful environment where students feel confident taking risks and being their authentic selves, where everyone—students and adults alike—feels a sense of belonging, and where teachers have the freedom to innovate and grow alongside their students.

Full-time faculty in the Upper School teach 3 courses per trimester/term ranging from Integrated Math 2 through Calculus, serve as academic advisors, and fulfill other duties as needed as well. They engage in regular professional development within the school and through external organizations and conferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the work of the Math Department, including innovative student-centered practices
• Collaborate with colleagues within and across departments
• Utilize technology to enhance instruction and student learning
• Post resources, feedback, and assignments to the LMS in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and parents/guardians
• Provide ongoing, timely, actionable, user-friendly feedback to students
• Participate in and contribute to the life of the school outside of the department

Other Attributes

• Experience developing innovative curricula and engaging in pedagogical practices that focus on hands-on experiential learning
• An understanding of independent schools and enthusiasm for Beaver’s mission
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement, including remaining knowledgeable about current instructional and curricular trends
• Experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging practices and commitment to ongoing growth in this area
• Sense of humor

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $100,000. Please visit our Working at Beaver webpage for information about benefits and more.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the subject area; master’s degree preferred
• At least three years of teaching experience or relevant work preferred

Beaver Country Day School is an equal-opportunity employer.

It does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, handicap status, national origin, ethnicity, military veteran status, or other legally protected status in hiring or other employment practices.