Full Time Mathematics Teacher

Fulltime Mathematics Teacher Date Posted: December 23 2024 Starting Date: August 19 2025 Job Description: 10month FullTime Faculty The Cambridge School of Weston seeks a fulltime experienced teacher in the Mathematics Department. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to teaching a combination of required classes and electives that encompass the range of courses offered in the Math Department. The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills values progressive education builds rapport with students and has experience in differentiating and working in multiple modalities. Applicants should be well versed in culturally responsive teaching practices and be interested in further developing their cultural competencies and equity literacy skills. Applicants must also be interested and adept in teaching mathematics through an antiracist lens. In addition to these qualifications our ideal candidate values collaboration among colleagues in our vibrant artinfused school. Specific Responsibilities for this Position Include: Teach 12 blocks in the Math Department. Each block is a sixweek course that meets for 90minutes each day. A fulltime faculty member teaches two blocks per module. The teacher must be able to instruct students in a range of math courses in a clear concise and engaging way. Course assignments may include Geometry Algebra 2 Analytic Geometry Trigonometry Elementary Functions Calculus Statistics Computer Science Economics Math Modeling or Robotics. Contribute to the school with the equivalence of a teaching block through professional development and committee work. Plan develop and execute lessons that showcase innovation creativity and a passion for the art of teaching while also utilizing distinctive instructional approaches that best serve the students longterm interests. Evaluate each students ability to meet course standards in mathematical knowledge and skills. Document and communicate progress to students advisors and guardians regarding academic progress. Participate in weekly departmental meetings prepared to discuss student concerns teaching pedagogy and curriculum developments. Assist with departmental representation at school outreach events. Demonstrate a willingness and interest to learn and share new pedagogical techniques and develop specific curricular expertise. Read and stay abreast of current topics in math education and engage math teaching faculty in discussions on new perspectives. Fulltime Faculty at The Cambridge School of Weston also: Advise up to eight students. Participate in our PACE curriculum. Through the PACE program (Promoting Awareness and Community Engagement) we dedicate time during the mod and the year for experiential classes events and activities that prepare our students to meet the demands of an increasingly complex and diverse world. A fouryear cocurriculum PACE has been designed to ensure that all CSW students develop selfawareness social consciousness healthy living habits life skills and leadership that will serve them into adulthood. Participate in up to two alliance/affinity groups student clubs or committees. Chaperone two weekend activities each year to support our student life programming. Contribute to the community in the afternoon program through coaching in the athletics department or team sports. Preference may be given to candidates who express interest in working within our residential community (housing provided).Skills and Qualifications: Bachelors degree in mathematics or equivalent required; masters degree preferred Minimum of three years of teaching experience required A continued passion and desire to learn Innovative approaches to delivering mathematics content Knowledge of computer programming and experience with mathematical modeling preferred Strong interest in working with adolescents A desire to innovate the mathematical curriculum Ability to effectively collaborate with others Strong interpersonal communication skills for interaction with students staff and parents Benefits of Working at CSW: Collegial faculty and working environment Curricular agency valuing creativity innovation and collaboration Competitive salary and robust human resource benefits Funding and institutional support for professional development Innovative daily and annual schedule that values reflection and relationshipbuilding Provided hourlong hot lunch as well as access to stateoftheart fitness center Wooded 65acre campus located just 12 miles from Boston and Cambridge in close proximity to scenic walking trails and excellent local restaurants and shops. Easy access to Kendal Green MBTA station with oncampus parking and EV charging stations. Qualities of the ideal candidate: An ideal candidate would have a desire for teaching adolescents a passion for continued professional growth a commitment to learning new things an ability to incorporate diverse experiences into their teaching and actionable experience eliminating barriers of equity and inclusion in educational settings. To Apply for this Position: Interested candidates should send a cover letter rsum contact information with email (phone optional) for three to five references (including one from a current supervisor) and a personal/teaching statement focusing on their interest in teaching mathematics within a high school progressive education setting. Please submit files in PDF format and include how you heard of the opening in your email to No phone calls please. Application Dates: Applications will start to be considered on January 7 2025 and the position will remain open until filled.