Senior School Mathematics Teacher
About Sewickley Academy
Distinguished by its rigorous academics, outstanding faculty, and highly motivated student body, Sewickley Academy is Pittsburgh’s longest-standing coeducational independent Junior Pre-Kindergarten-12 day school. Our mission is to elevate knowledge, character, and community through an intentionally extraordinary and innovative education. At the Academy, every student is encouraged to explore their passions and excel while embracing their authentic selves. With the recent completion of state-of-the-art computer science and robotics classrooms and new athletic facilities, the Academy is poised for the continued expansion of our STEM and athletic programs. We believe strongly in the importance and value of a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, athletics, and community service. Our faculty and staff from all departments and divisions work together to create an environment of encouragement and support by inspiring students to reach their goals and develop a love of learning.
About the Role
Sewickley Academy is seeking to hire a Mathematics teacher with a strong academic background and previous teaching experience. Potential candidates will teach a range of Senior School courses, including AP Calculus AB/BC and Multivariable Calculus.
- Share a commitment to the success of the mission, goals, and objectives of the Academy.
- Support and fully participate in a school culture that focuses on students and learning.
- Set high expectations and standards for the achievement of students and for their own personal performance.
- Offer content and instruction that ensures student achievement of the school’s academic standards.
- Support a school philosophy that values continuous learning for adults tied to student learning and other school goals.
For highly experienced candidates, there may be the opportunity to assume department leadership responsibilities in the future. The teaching load will be five sections drawn from a range of grade-level and topical courses. In addition to becoming a member of our Mathematics department, the successful candidate will serve as a Senior School advisor to a group of 8-10 advisees and take on additional responsibilities such as advising a club or serving on a committee. This position reports to the Head of the Senior School.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education is required, and a Master's degree is preferred.
- Ideal candidates will have at least three to five years of secondary school experience as a teacher.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Premium-free health plan option
- Excellent retirement plan
- Generous leave time
- Tuition benefits programs
About Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is a vibrant, mid-sized city known for its affordability, convenience, and strong sense of community. Set at the confluence of three rivers and surrounded by rolling hills, it offers the energy of city living with easy access to parks, trails, and outdoor recreation. The region is a national hub for healthcare, technology, education, and research, and is home to world-class institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, Duquesne University, and the University of Pittsburgh. A strong economy, growing startup culture, and established cultural institutions foster a collaborative and innovative professional environment. Residents value the area’s excellent public and independent schools, attainable homeownership, and high quality of life. With its distinct neighborhoods, thriving food and arts scene, passionate sports culture, and welcoming spirit, Pittsburgh is a place where people quickly feel at home and choose to stay.