Upper School Math Teacher

The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational, college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way. With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum.

Responsibilities

The general responsibilities of a full-time, upper school math teacher (9th-12th grades) at The Peak School include:

• Teaches up to four courses of math to upper school students (geometry, algebra II, pre-calculus and calculus)
• Willingness to run an advisory
• Willingness to conduct an elective (can be outside of the department) for a portion of the year.
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, quizzes, tests, writing assignments, rubrics, etc.
• Uses The Peak’s learning management system (Jump Rope/Google Classroom) to post relevant course materials, including syllabi, and to maintain class gradebooks, and attendance.
• Provides guidance to students, including extra help, that promotes their educational development and personal growth.
• Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides written reports as required.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Uses different pedagogical approaches that address a variety of learning styles.
• Works collaboratively with other teachers
• Communicates with clarity, effectiveness, and compassion.
  
  

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in math or a related field; a master’s degree preferred
• Interest in and demonstrated skill in working with upper school students
• A shared commitment to an inclusive community, and respect for differences
• Willingness to embrace and engage our Outdoor Education program
• Convey patience and empathy with adolescents
• Demonstrate fluency with academic technology that advances learning for students and a willingness to integrate technology into classroom experiences.
• Demonstrate proficiency in subject area and possess an understanding of current teaching pedagogies.
• A growth mindset, active sense of humor, warm personality, and excellent organizational and communication skills.
  
  

To Apply

Interested candidates must provide: a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with email & phone numbers. References will not be contacted until finalists are decided on. Send to: Travis Aldrich, Head of School, travis.aldrich@thepeakschool.education with “US Math teacher position” in the Subject line (No phone calls please).

Job Details

Opening for August 2026. Offer of employment will be contingent upon a successful background check and submission of college transcript.