Upper School Mathematics Teacher

The Chapin School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chapin School seeks a dedicated Upper School Mathematics Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mathematics, experience in inquiry-based teaching, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment. This role involves teaching grades 8-12 and contributing to curriculum development, ensuring that all students can thrive in their mathematical journey.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years teaching experience in grades 8-12.
• Experience teaching inquiry-based mathematics.
• Knowledge of K-12 mathematics curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach four sections of math across grades 8-12.
• Serve as an Upper School advisor.
• Provide timely feedback on student work.

Skills

Inquiry-based teaching

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics

Master’s degree in mathematics and/or education

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The Chapin School, an independent K-12 day school for girls located in New York City, seeks a student-centered, collaborative, and innovative educator to serve as an Upper School Mathematics Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.

All candidates are encouraged to be familiar with Chapin’s website, mission and commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion.

We believe all students can be mathematicians who can apply a growth mindset to the study of math. Our goal is to balance the development of deep conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills with procedural fluency. The Upper School Mathematics Teacher reports to the Head of Upper School and teaches math across Grades 8-12.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Head of Upper School, the Upper School Math Teacher, as a member of the Mathematics Department, will teach four sections of math and serve as an Upper School advisor.

Chapin’s next Upper School Mathematics Teacher and Advisor will be:

A mathematician who demonstrates a commitment to innovation and interdisciplinary curriculum development who

• Believes in and has experience teaching an integrated, inquiry-based curriculum
• Has the pedagogical content knowledge to teach the entire US Mathematics curricular progression, from Eighth Grade Integrated Math I to Calculus II and Statistics
• Adopts a generative mindset, committed to and actively contributing to the ongoing development and review of our K-12 mathematics curriculum.
  
  

A student-centered educator who values each student’s voice, experience, and history who

• Understands and appreciates the Upper School learner within the context of adolescent development
• Demonstrates effective pedagogy, particularly in response to the needs of students with a variety of backgrounds, learning needs, and interests
• In line with departmental policies, provides timely, constructive feedback of student work
  
  

An educator who actively cultivates a classroom and community of belonging by

• Developing, alongside students, a safe and productive learning environment, building trust with students through clear guidelines and expectations
• Cultivating an inclusive classroom that promotes diverse points of view and constructive dialogue
  
  

A partner to students, their parents, and colleagues in teaching and learning who

• Employs research-based strategies to reach all students through differentiated approaches, mindful of students’ receptive and expressive learning preferences
• Develops, collaboratively, interdisciplinary units of study that allow students to draw meaningful connections across subjects
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics
• At least 2-3 years teaching experience teaching math in grades 8 - 12
• Experience teaching inquiry-based mathematics
  
  

Preferred

• Master’s degree in mathematics and/or education
• Experience with differentiated pedagogies and instruction
• Experience writing and/or revising curricular materials
  
  

How To Apply: Submit your cover letter and résumé and statement of educational philosophy.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. The range is $70,000 to $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Link to Chapin’s Mission Statement

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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