Upper School Math Instructor

The Team

Grounded in Christian values, Mount Vernon prepares all students to be college-ready, globally competitive, and engaged citizen leaders. Through MVSO, the online division of our Upper School, and MV Ventures, our organization is living its mission to design a better world by providing unique and differentiated value for all community members now and into the future.

The Role

Mount Vernon School seeks an innovative and collaborative Upper School Mathematics teacher. Versatility, collaboration, and openness to innovative instructional practices are essential. Availability to sponsor athletic, artistic, or academic teams/clubs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of the content (mathematics) and ability to make interdisciplinary/real-world connections
• Co-designing curriculum and assessment with the math team
• Maintaining comprehensive records of performance, progress, and goals using MV tools
• Communicating with families, learning coaches, and outside providers
• Actively participating in professional growth opportunities
• Participating in weekly school/division/team meetings
• Meting the needs of the division by helping with weekly coverage and duties
• Timely maintenance of accurate and comprehensive records of each student's performance and progress
• Care and nurture for the social and emotional needs of each student by customizing/differentiating the learning experience
• Maintenance of an organized, inviting, and student-centered learning environment
• Participation in duties (e.g., grade-level advisor, lunch, enrichment, and carpool) and others as assigned

Core Competencies

• Background/real-world experience in the content knowledge area (mathematics)
• Ability to cultivate respectful and affirming environments
• Culturally proficient & equity literate
• A track record of giving high-quality, responsive feedback
• Understanding of competency-based assessment/mastery approach to Learning
• Knowledge of inquiry-based learning pedagogies (PBL, VTR, QFT, DT)
• Proficiency in Google Suite & Mac/Apple OS

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics Education, Mathematics, or related field
• Teaching and learning experience (preferred)
• Experience teaching Statistics or AP Statistics (preferred)