Middle School Mathematics Teacher

The Allen-Stevenson School in New York City seeks a dedicated, enthusiastic teacher of mathematics for a full-time position beginning in August 2025. Qualified candidates will have experience teaching mathematics and a demonstrated commitment to and love for working with middle school boys. The successful candidate is an experienced teacher who is knowledgeable about the teaching of mathematics, grades 5-8. The successful candidate can also build an inclusive classroom, integrate technology, collaborate within and across disciplines, and contribute energy and creativity to our community. An understanding and appreciation of how boys learn best, especially the role that personal connection plays, is essential.

Reports to: Head of Upper Division and Mathematics Department Chair

Education: Master’s degree in math or related field preferred

Experience: 3 years of teaching at the middle school level

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the school’s educational mission and vision by challenging, engaging, and nurturing students toward deeper learning
• Work collaboratively with members of the math department under the leadership of the Department Chair
• Implement grade level curricula
• A commitment to choosing and teaching texts representing multiple perspectives
• Developing age-appropriate conceptual and computational skills while differentiating as needed
• Finding opportunities for cross-disciplinary connections
• Manage classroom procedures and student behavior
• Offer feedback to students on the clarity of their solutions and the quality of their written work
• Use a variety of approaches to problem solving, including inquiry-based methods and modeling practical applications
• Nurture and prioritize meaningful connections with students so they feel welcome, valued, understood and seen
• Consider, attend to, and prioritize the emotional components of learning, and develop teaching and assessment strategies that account for these
• Use technology effectively and appropriately to plan, enhance, and assess student learning in the classroom and for virtual lessons as necessary
• Assess student performance using formative and summative tools, as well as rubrics, and provide regular academic updates, grades and comments for report cards

• Adjust methods, content and assessments as needed to meet all student learning needs, academic and emotional, so every student has a chance to succeed
• Serve as a grade-level advisor and interact with parents as appropriate
• Collaborate with division and team members with flexibility, creativity and humor to develop program and ensure student success
• Supervise clubs, class trips, daily recess and lunch duties
• Communicate effectively and in a timely fashion, with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues
• Perform additional duties and participate in the life of the school

Competencies, Skills, Knowledge, and Expectations:

• Ability to teach critical thinking, reading, writing, speaking and listening skills
• Demonstrate familiarity with NCTM/CORE standards and how they align with your teaching approach
• An understanding of student-centered, interdisciplinary and differentiated learning
• Ability to learn, grow professionally, and implement best practices; a dedication to lifelong learning
• Cultural competence and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Collaboration skills and a desire to work with others
• Ability to create and foster positive relationships with colleagues and students
• An approach teaching and learning with a sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy
• An open-mind and flexible attitude to working with students and colleagues

This full-time position is eligible for a complete benefits package. Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 commensurate with education and experience.

Please visit The Allen-Stevenson School website for more information about the School. To explore this exciting opportunity, please submit a current professional resume, along with a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications, to hr@allen-stevenson.org.

The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programs and hiring. The Allen-Stevenson School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity or any other characteristic protected by local, state and federal law. The Allen-Stevenson School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.