Temporary Part-Time Mathematics Teacher

About the role

Under the direction of the Math Department Chair at Geffen Academy and the respective Division Director, Geffen Academy Math Educators are responsible for delivering an innovative program of secondary school instruction. This is a bargaining unit covered, temporary part‑time position (80% FTE) that will run through June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the creation of a course of study.
• Offer exciting and engaging instruction to students in up to four classes each term.
• Participate fully in the life of the school.
• Teach Calculus, Advanced Pre‑Calculus, and Advanced Algebra 2 using both traditional textbooks and AoPS (Art of Problem Solving) materials.
• Apply mathematics to other areas of human knowledge (physics, computer science, economics, finance, history, literature) in cooperation with students and educators.

Requirements

• Familiarity and ability to teach Calculus, Advanced Pre‑Calculus, and Advanced Algebra 2.
• Background in classroom instruction.
• Ability to apply math to other areas of human knowledge and work closely with students and educators.
• Belief that solid mathematics education benefits every student and willingness to work with students of varying math backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a mathematics‑related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Strong background in secondary or university‑level education.
• Five years of successful experience as a classroom educator with a clear understanding and embrace of Geffen Academy’s mission, vision, and values.
• Sincere commitment to professional development in pedagogy and content area.
• Passionate commitment to innovation and design thinking applied to the real world, and desire to work with all types of learners.
• Proven ability to develop curricula and teach it effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to articulate and explain instructional issues to colleagues, students, and families.
• Experience in a variety of instructional and co‑curricular/extra‑curricular roles within a secondary school is a plus.
• Self‑directed and able to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks subject to frequent interruption.
• Capable of developing and sustaining effective working relationships with colleagues in the department and with other UCLA and Geffen Academy staff on matters of interdisciplinary and institutional concern.

Skills

• Curriculum development and instructional design.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration (e.g., linking math to physics, computer science, economics, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication.
• Self‑direction and task prioritization amid frequent interruptions.
• Ability to build and sustain effective working relationships across departments.

Pay

Full salary range: $69,379 – $157,481 (pro‑rated to 80% time). Anticipated hiring pay scale: $84,000 – $95,000 (pro‑rated to 80% time).

Schedule

Temporary part‑time position at 80% FTE, term‑based with an end date of June 2027.