Middle School Mathematics, Grade 6

University School of Nashville

Middle School Teacher of 6th Grade Mathematics

University School of Nashville seeks a creative and collaborative educator of young adolescents to teach mathematics and be part of an outstanding academic and advising team in grade six. The teacher will join a well-established middle school mathematics faculty and report to the Head of Middle School. Our middle school instructional specialist learning coordinator assistant heads and math department chair provide support and feedback to all math faculty members. We believe in the power of collaboration and teamwork and value each educators unique contributions to our community.

The middle school mathematics curriculum at University School of Nashville is about more than just numbers and formulas. Its a journey that helps students extend their ability to think and communicate mathematically. Our curriculum grounded in the standards of the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and Common Core State Standards (CCSS) is accelerated allowing students to take Algebra 1 in their 8th-grade year. This unique approach encourages students to apply mathematical reasoning to increasingly complex problems and situations. If youre familiar with the Desmos Graphing Calculator Desmos Classroom Activities the Amplify/Desmos curriculum Illustrative Math curriculum or Open Up Resources curriculum thats a plus. Experience in differentiating instruction in the classroom to support all learners including those who need more support and enrichment is required for this role.

The successful candidate will have at least a bachelors degree in math or a related field a demonstrated ability to work effectively with students of varying learning styles and abilities a strong commitment to interdisciplinary learning in a team approach and an interest in and skill at collaborating with other adults in an educational setting. Candidates should find themselves in strong alignment with our mathematics departments mission statement:

If you walk into our math classrooms you will see students exploring math through discovery and conjecture. Our students create their own understanding through interactive class discussions and small group collaboration. Our department values a student-centered learning environment where students engage with a variety of approaches to problem solving. We feel students learn best by taking intellectual risks and incorporating constructive feedback within a curious and safe classroom community. We believe every student has the ability to create and understand powerful mathematical arguments. We purposefully design classrooms that encourage learners to persevere and think flexibly through challenging problems. The department maintains that mathematics education develops problem-solving skills fosters an appreciation for the beauty of mathematics encourages intelligent civic engagement and offers paths towards future success.

At University School of Nashville we are deeply committed to creating equitable and just community spaces. We believe that understanding and addressing implicit biases in race ethnicity gender identity and socioeconomic class is crucial to shaping curricula and pedagogy classroom culture and student outcomes. Were looking for candidates who understand this and can translate that knowledge into demonstrable actions that promote equitable and just teaching and learning.

The School

University School of Nashville has a rich history that dates back to 1915 when George Peabody College for Teachers opened Peabody Demonstration School our predecessor. The school earned acclaim for its curriculum and faculty. In 1974 Peabody College announced plans to close PDS but a group of parents alumni students and teachers reconstituted and re-chartered the school as University School of Nashville. Today were an independent nonsectarian coeducational day school with nearly 1100 kindergarten through twelfth-grade students. Were committed to creating an institutional environment that mirrors the cultural and ethnic composition of greater Nashville and we encourage a diverse applicant pool.

USNs midtown location adjacent to Vanderbilt University and its Peabody College for Teachers reminds us each day of our beginnings 110 years ago in the demonstration school culture of innovation and educational best practices. Its a vibrant educational community for both students and teachers in the midst of a dynamic city.

In the USN community students expect much of each other and faculty benefit from that high standard. We seek educators who are enthusiastic about their own learning to complement their teaching and we offer many opportunities for professional development. USN is committed to creating an institutional environment that mirrors the cultural and ethnic composition of greater Nashville. USN encourages a diverse applicant pool and provides equal employment opportunities for employees and job applicants. We believe in investing in our educators growth and development recognizing their potential to shape the future of our students.

Application Process

Those interested in being considered for this position should complete the online application for this position which is available at For more information about USN visit the schools website at .