Middle School Math Teacher - Job at Holton-Arms School in Bethesda, MD

Middle School Math Teacher

Bethesda, MD

Posted 5 days ago

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Job Description

Position: Middle School Math Teacher

Location:

Bethesda, MD

Job Id: 344

# of Openings: 1

The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the "education not only of the mind but of the soul and spirit." Founded in 1901 by two visionary women, Holton-Arms continues to cultivate a diverse, inclusive, and equitable school community, to tend to the health and well-being of its members, and to build a global curriculum that responds to the learners in our classrooms and the world. In this vibrant community committed to academic excellence, our students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from mistakes, pursue leadership opportunities, and build lifelong friendships. Caring, dedicated faculty and staff inspire our six hundred fifty-seven girls and young women in grades 3-12 to realize the School's motto, "I will find a way or make one." We seek applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests who share a dedication and commitment to helping girls learn, grow, and make their way in the world.

Holton-Arms School is seeking applicants for a Middle School Math Teacher for the 2024-25 school year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach 7th and 8th grade math utilizing the Illustrative Mathematics curriculum;
Communicate regularly and effectively with students and parents;
Work collaboratively with other math teachers in the department, division colleagues, and administrators;
Provide math support outside of class time as needed, including during the dedicated Student-Teacher Time (office hours);
Serve as an advisor, facilitating weekly meetings to promote student well-being;
Attend regular meetings and in-house professional development; and
Commit to academic excellence and support our Global Education and Diversity institutional priorities.

Qualifications: A successful applicant will have demonstrated the following experience and abilities:

Knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment with the ability to implement quality, inclusive teaching, and learning programs while sustaining a culture of access and equity in Math. Experience with differentiation in a mixed-ability classroom is preferred.
Commitment to working with adolescents and to teaching in the middle school.
Capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning, assessment, and classroom management practices. Experience teaching with Illustrative Mathematics resources is a plus.
Depth of knowledge in mathematical problem solving, reasoning and proof, mathematical communication, and effective use of technology.
Passion for developing a deep conceptual understanding of mathematical concepts, as well as student application of concepts learned.
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, parents, staff, and colleagues.
Ability to collaborate closely with grade-level team members to ensure a cohesive program across the grade and middle school.
Desire to pursue ongoing professional development, making the most of the opportunities both within and outside the school to improve teaching and to demonstrate to the girls the value of lifelong learning.
Enthusiasm for teaching and learning, striving to engender a joy of learning in all students.

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education or Mathematics, with a graduate degree, preferred.

* Experience teaching at the middle school level, preferably at an all-girls school.

* Understanding or growing knowledge of competency-based teaching and learning.

Additional Qualifications:

Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members with a continuous focus on healthy relationship building.
Commitment to a lifetime of learning, personal and professional integrity, and the capacity to serve as a model of openness, generosity, and acceptance.
Commitment to the institution's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging mission.

To be considered for this opportunity please submit a cover letter, resume, statement of educational philosophy and name and contact information for three reference.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Holton-Arms cherishes the uniqueness of each of our members including current and former students, faculty, and staff. We seek to create an inclusive environment that sees, values, and supports diverse identities and experiences, cultivates engaging discourse, and empowers our students to be thriving members of the global community. At Holton-Arms, each of us is responsible for fostering an equitable, respectful, and just community. We are committed to:

Discovering, developing, and valuing our full authentic selves.
Deepening awareness of personal and systemic biases and being accountable for the impact of our words and actions.
Developing an understanding of the historical origins and perpetuation of systems of power and privilege.
Engaging in open and brave conversations that promote growth, understanding, connection, and agency.
Embracing every individual as essential to the community.

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Job Summary

Company

Holton-Arms School

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

Open