Math Specialist

Math Specialist 4th - 8th grade

The Philadelphia School (TPS) is seeking a full-time Math Specialist for grades 4-8. We are a Preschool - Grade 8 progressive, independent school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with an enrollment of approximately 420 students. Since our founding in 1972, The Philadelphia School has grown in size, complexity, and diversity. This growth has been rooted firmly in the progressive values with which our founders began: immersive learning, responsive pedagogy, and meaningful engagement with the world. 

The Philadelphia School seeks educators who possess a deep interest in progressive pedagogy, social justice, and place-based learning and who demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional growth. We hire experienced educators who have excellent classroom management and communication skills, as well as a flexible approach to teaming. All our teachers build respectful and supportive relationships with their students, develop strong home/school partnerships with parents and caregivers, participate in schoolwide initiatives, and work closely with their supervisor to develop their craft. Our teachers have strong interpersonal and communication skills. They are grounded in the practices of progressive education with a demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity and social justice as well as environmental education. All of our teachers bring a rich range of interests and expertise to their work. 

Position Summary:

The Learning Resources team at The Philadelphia School seeks to provide support in both academic and social-emotional contexts. Our team includes learning specialists and expert mental health professionals who help students, teachers, and parents navigate the teaching and learning process. They provide support in language arts, mathematics, and executive functioning skills to students and address a diversity of learning styles. 

The Math Specialist will work with small groups of students on foundational skills and to push into classrooms to work alongside teachers and students. The successful candidate will be someone who is knowledgeable about best practices and current research as it relates to elementary and middle school mathematics to ensure the best possible experience and outcomes for our wide range of learners.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design, adapt, and implement developmentally appropriate, inquiry-based math curriculum aligned with progressive educational philosophy and current best practices.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate mathematical concepts across disciplines and ensure continuity and coherence across grade levels.
• Serve as a resource and coach for faculty, supporting effective math instruction and differentiation strategies in the classroom.
• Co-teach or model lessons to support teacher growth and student engagement in mathematical thinking.
• Design and administer assessments (formal and informal) to track student progress and inform instruction.
• Identify students requiring additional support or enrichment and implement targeted small group or one-on-one instruction.
• Participate actively in faculty meetings, grade-level teams, and curriculum planning groups.
• Lead or facilitate professional development sessions focused on mathematics teaching and learning.
• Partner with families to support students’ mathematical development through conferences, progress reports, and occasional workshops or events.
• Engage in a range of activities for school-sponsored and individually-sought professional development, including a periodic process of growth-oriented feedback and evaluation
• Participate in school-wide initiatives, including other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in a related field of study preferred 
• 5 years lead teaching experience required
• Flexible, collaborative educator with a deep interest in progressive education and a constructivist approach to teaching and learning mathematics
• Solid understanding of child development, including the social, emotional, and intellectual domains
• Ability and commitment to create a warm, nurturing, and supportive classroom for young children
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills at the team, student, and family levels; strong interpersonal skills, too
• Demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging as integral to the curriculum and community experience
• Demonstrated proficiency with integrating technology
• Familiarity with various teaching programs such as Responsive Classroom, Bridges in Mathematics, and/or The Connected Mathematics Project
• Passion for instilling in children a lifelong love of learning

Faculty are encouraged to partner with the Auxiliary Programming team to deliver up to two weeks of summer camp instruction, as well as extra-curricular club facilitation throughout the academic year. Participation in auxiliary programming supports the educational mission and helps sustain resources that benefit the entire TPS community. We value the unique expertise our teachers bring to these programs, and additional compensation is generally provided in recognition of this additional commitment.

The pay range for this position is $65,000 - $85,000 depending on education and applicable experience. 

Application Information:

For full consideration, please provide a cover letter tailored specifically to your interest in and alignment with our school program - including the grade level(s) that you are most interested in teaching, resume, and contact information with three professional references.

The Philadelphia School welcomes and celebrates diversity in our student body and in our faculty and is committed to providing an education for all of our children that instills in them a respect, understanding and appreciation for the many races, cultures, religions, family structures, and ethnicities that make up our complex and diverse world.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Philadelphia School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Philadelphia School 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws to ensure fair treatment of all applicants and employees. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources department at humanresourcesoffice@tpschool.org.  

Salary : $65,000 - $85,000