What are the responsibilities and job description for the Math Teacher position at THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF THE ARTS?
The Northwest School is an independent day and boarding school. We serve students in grades 6 to 12 on an urban campus in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. We provide an interdisciplinary liberal arts education that nurtures compassionate, globally aware and environmentally conscious individuals who find joy in learning and are ready to inspire and innovate in our interconnected world. The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
The Northwest School seeks an experienced Math Teacher to teach three courses within the Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and Precalculus sequence. This is a 10-month .75 FTE position. There is a possibility that we may a need an instructor for an additional section of another course, which would make the position 1.0 FTE.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teach three math courses between Algebra 1 and Precalculus to upper school.
- Coordinate curricula with other Math teachers and grade level teachers.
- Plan and participate in a 1-week experience learning course during the year.
- Participate fully in the life of the school which includes collaborating effectively and collegially with a teaching team, grade-level, and department; engage regularly in formal, ongoing professional development beyond school based in-service; support colleagues and the school by substituting for absent teachers; participate in meetings, committees, and community gatherings; and know, understand, and uphold the mission, philosophy and values of the school. All teachers contribute to the school mission and community with activities such as supporting student SEL, interest groups (clubs), social events, and grade level trips.
Minimum Qualifications:
- All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the school’s mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, inclusion, environmental sustainability, and global perspective.
- A bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a related field and a minimum of 2 years' experience teaching math to upper school students is required.
- Candidates must demonstrate an ability to establish an effective learning environment and use a wide range of methods.
- Knowledge and experience with differentiation to effectively design curricula to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Ability to provide additional outside-of-classroom instruction when necessary for remedial or accelerated work.
- Ability to assess student progress through a variety of assessment instruments.
- An ability to work both independently and as a productive member of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A master's degree and 3 years of teaching experience is preferred.
- Ability to Teach Algebra I – Calculus.
- Experience Teaching both middle school and upper school students.
Compensation:
Salary range is $60,272 to $109,912 per year (prorated) based on education and years of experience. This is a 0.75 FTE position which is benefits eligible.
The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.
Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy online: https://www.northwestschool.org/about/employment
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.
Salary : $60,272 - $109,912