Middle School Math Teacher

Job Title: Middle School Math Teacher

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Full Time

Reports to: Principal

Salary: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 annually

Summary Description

Nardin Academy is an Independent Catholic School located in Buffalo, NY. Nardin asks all in our community to “Inspire hearts and minds to do amazing things for the world through faith, character, academic excellence, and service.” Nardin’s values include Embracing All, Nurturing Talent, Fostering Connection, Living & Serving Through Faith, and Igniting Possibilities. Nardin is a diverse and welcoming community that fosters an inclusive environment that celebrates the background and experiences of all.

Nardin Academy seeks a dedicated, enthusiastic full-time Middle School Math Teacher to teach accelerated and advanced math courses to students in grades 5–8. The ideal candidate is passionate about challenging high-achieving learners, builds strong relationships with students and families, and collaborates well with colleagues across the K–8 program.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, engaging instruction in accelerated math courses (such as advanced Math 5/6, 6/7, Math 8, and Algebra I, depending on student placement)
• Use assessment data, including MAP and classroom measures, to differentiate instruction, support placement decisions, and monitor growth
• Design learning experiences that deepen problem solving, mathematical reasoning, and conceptual understanding beyond procedural skill
• Prepare students for a smooth transition into high school math, including Geometry and honors-level coursework
• Collaborate with fellow math teachers and the Middle School team on curriculum alignment, scope and sequence, and vertical articulation from grade to grade
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents about progress, placement, and student needs
• Foster a positive classroom community aligned with the school’s Honor Code and Catholic mission
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events
• Share in supervisory duties (e.g., recess, lunch, dismissal) and contribute to the life of the school

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

· New York State teaching certification in Mathematics (grades 5–9 or 7–12) preferred; candidates who are certification-eligible will be considered

· Demonstrated knowledge of middle school and Algebra I content

· Experience teaching accelerated, gifted, or honors-level students preferred

· Experience with data-driven instruction and differentiation

· Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.

EEO

Nardin Academy provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nardin Academy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, and layoff, leaves of absence, recall, compensation, training and position transfer.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000