What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Math Teacher position at The Post Oak School?
FLSA Classification: Part-Time, Academic-Year (10-month) Position
Schedule: Monday – Friday (Part-Time)
Reports To: Adolescent Director
About The Post Oak School
The Post Oak School seeks educators who are passionate about their craft and who hold an optimistic, respectful view of adolescents and their potential. We are deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ), and we actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
We value faculty who:
Thrive in collaborative, diverse communities
Contribute to inclusive and culturally responsive curricula
Support and engage a diverse student body
Bring their own interests and experiences into the classroom through electives, travel, and extracurricular leadership
Position Summary
The High School Math Teacher is a part-time faculty role responsible for teaching and developing mathematics curriculum for students in grades 9–10 within a Montessori-inspired, experiential learning environment.
This position involves working closely with colleagues and adolescents in a student-centered classroom, with an emphasis on real-world application, interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship.
Essential Responsibilities
The High School Math Teacher will:
Model respect, empathy, and positive regard for adolescents and their individual dignity
Teach high school mathematics using engaging, developmentally appropriate methodologies
Learn and implement a Montessori approach emphasizing hands-on, experiential learning
Develop and adapt a curriculum that connects mathematical concepts to real-world contexts
Mentor, guide, and assess students' academic growth and progress
Serve as a student advisor, supporting social and emotional development
Collaborate actively with fellow math faculty and across disciplines
Design and teach elective courses during two-week J-Term and A-Term sessions
Participate in school travel experiences, including:
One-week Odyssey trip
Overnight Retreat
Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, particularly within the Houston Museum District
Contribute to a dynamic, innovative, and evolving academic program
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics or a related field
Experience teaching high school students in mathematics or a related discipline
Strong content knowledge and enthusiasm for mathematics
A commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth
Ability to differentiate instruction and meet diverse learning needs
Skill in fostering an engaging, inclusive classroom environment
Interest in or commitment to Montessori philosophy and adolescent development
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Work Environment & Expectations
Work within small, student-centered classes emphasizing collaboration and independence
Engage in cross-disciplinary teaching and curriculum integration
Participate in a fast-paced, innovative school environment
Extend learning beyond the classroom through community partnerships
Regularly sit, speak, and actively listen
Use close and distance vision regularly
Travel domestically and potentially internationally
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Post Oak School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin in hiring or in the administration of its programs.