Upper School Math Teacher
Beaver Country Day School is an independent day school serving 460 students in grades 6-12, located in Chestnut Hill, just outside of Boston. Founded in 1920 and propelled by progressive roots, the school expands the nature of education through rigorous academics combined with real-world application. With over 40 local and national partnerships, frequent field trips, thriving performing and visual arts programs, and a best-in-class research and design center, the school fosters a joyful environment where students and faculty innovate and grow together.
About the role
Full-time faculty in the Upper School teach 3 courses per trimester/term ranging from Integrated Math 2 through Calculus, serve as academic advisors, and fulfill other duties as needed. They engage in regular professional development within the school and through external organizations and conferences.
Responsibilities
- Actively participate in the work of the Math Department, including innovative student-centered practices
- Collaborate with colleagues within and across departments
- Utilize technology to enhance instruction and student learning
- Post resources, feedback, and assignments to the LMS in a timely manner
- Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and parents/guardians
- Provide ongoing, timely, actionable, user-friendly feedback to students
- Participate in and contribute to the life of the school outside of the department
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the subject area; master’s degree preferred
- At least three years of teaching experience or relevant work preferred
Skills & Attributes
- Experience developing innovative curricula and engaging in pedagogical practices that focus on hands-on experiential learning
- An understanding of independent schools and enthusiasm for Beaver’s mission
- Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement, including remaining knowledgeable about current instructional and curricular trends
- Experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging practices and commitment to ongoing growth in this area
- Sense of humor
Pay
The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $100,000.
Benefits
For information about benefits, visit the Working at Beaver webpage.