What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle and Upper School Mathematics Teacher position at Tampa Preparatory School?
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We are currently seeking a full-time, Middle and Upper School Mathematics instructor to join Tampa Prep’s faculty at the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year. Ideal candidates would be able to teach multiple levels of mathematics across the middle and lower upper school curriculum (Middle School Math through Algebra 1/Geometry). Candidates should be eager to collaborate with colleagues, dedicated to creating student-centered programming (familiarity with Peter Liljedahl’s approaches in Building Thinking Classrooms is an asset), proficient in their discipline, interested in the social and developmental needs of middle and high school students, eager to integrate technology in the classroom to enhance student learning, and able to contribute to extracurricular activities. Applicants should possess a bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in mathematics, mathematics education, or a related field.
Procedure to apply
- Cover letter expressing interest in the Middle and Upper School Mathematics Teacher position
- Current resume
- List of references including name, title, phone number, email address, and professional relationship (References are contacted only with the candidate’s permission or if the candidate becomes a finalist.)
- Please direct questions and submissions to Dean of Faculty, Mr. Donald Morrison (dmorrison@tampaprep.org), (813) 251-8481, ext. 4045
The School
- 710 students in grades 6 - 12
- 130 employees (64 teaching faculty members)
- 11.2 acre campus located along the Riverwalk in downtown Tampa: 727 W. Cass Street, Tampa
- 159,281 sq. feet of teaching & learning spaces
- Students come from 19 zip codes and previously attended 84 different schools (in 12 different states and two countries), before becoming Terrapins
- Athletics have won 63 individual & team state championships This is a 10-month, full-time, benefit eligible position. Salary is commensurate with experience.
- Robotics teams have competed in VEX Worlds Interested candidates should submit a: with awards in Excellence & Skills
- Arts Department boasts world-class theater,film, music, dance, visual & performing arts programs
The Environment
- Tampa Bay is a family-friendly, economic epicenter that includes Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater.
- Tampa, FL population: 387,916 (2019)
- Hillsborough County population: 1.472 million (2019)
- Home of world-champion NHL and NFL teams, Tampa Prep is an inclusive and open-minded environment that does not discriminate according as well as champion MLB and NSL teams to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or matters of individual choice.
- Home of the University of Tampa and the University of South Florida
- Voted Top 5 Best Riverwalks in the U.S. (USA Today), boasting a 2.6 mile path to parks, museums & restaurants
Tampa Prep does not engage in personnel practices prohibited by federal law. This policy extends to all activities and aspects of the school and specifically to the practices of faculty and staff hiring and management, in student admissions, student evaluation, discipline and student life.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000