Middle school math teacher

Administrator / Full-Time

Esperanza Academy, Lawrence, MA

    • Teach 5th and 6th grade mathematics with the innovative and rigorous curriculum, Illustrative Mathematics
    • Support and co-teach 7th grade mathematics
    • Work one-on-one or in small groups to develop math skills during Academic Support using structured intervention curricula
    • Effectively lead a classroom of students with diverse social-emotional needs using a Restorative Justice approach.
  •  Serve as an advisor for a grade of students
  • Provide student-centered instruction, particularly through problem-based, collaborative learning, and principles of Marzano’s The New Art and Science of Teaching
  • Create, communicate, and hold students accountable in an environment of “high challenge, high support, high joy” with learning goals aligned with Common Core State Standards, high school, and college preparation
  • Experiment with and develop an equitable and rigorous math program that centers girls of color, in collaboration with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction
  •  Use principles of Grading for Equity and standards-based grading to provide students and their families with effective feedback about their learning
  • Creatively use technology in the classroom 
  • Help build a “culture of math” throughout school life
  • Collaborate and plan with teachers and administrators to support student learning and wellbeing 
  • Collaborate with tutors and families to support students’ math skill development and confidence
  • Communicate in a timely and professional manner with all community stakeholders
  • Maintain an active presence and participate fully in campus life 
  • Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Head of School.  (May include student supervision during lunch, recess, arrival/dismissal assigned in the faculty rota)

 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

  • A bachelor’s degree in education, mathematics, or relevant field
  • Math teaching experience, preferably with middle-school students
  • Openness to the role of spirituality in education
  • Positive references from current and former supervisors
  • Strong personal commitment to our school values

Esperanza Academy

Lawrence, MA
Middle School
Day
Girls