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ABOUT SEWICKLEY ACADEMY
Distinguished by its rigorous academics, outstanding faculty, and highly motivated student body, Sewickley Academy is Pittsburgh's longest-standing coeducational independent Junior Pre-Kindergarten-12 day school. Our mission is to inspire and educate students to engage their hearts, minds, and hands to cultivate their full individual and collective potential in the service of a greater good. At the Academy, every student is encouraged to explore their passions and excel while embracing their authentic selves.
With the recent completion of state-of-the-art computer science and robotics classrooms and new athletic facilities, the Academy is poised for the continued expansion of our STEM and athletic programs. We believe strongly in the importance and value of a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, athletics, and community service. Our faculty and staff from all departments and divisions work together to create an environment of encouragement and support by inspiring students to reach their goals and develop a love of learning.
This position offers a competitive salary plus excellent benefits and work/life balance programs including a premium-free health plan option, an excellent retirement plan, generous leave time, and tuition benefits programs. Are you searching for a workplace where a diverse mix of talented people come together to serve our students? If so, apply today!
Job Description
An enthusiastic and talented educator, the Middle School Mathematics Teacher is responsible for teaching and inspiring students to develop a deep appreciation for the power of mathematical ideas and concepts. At every level, this educator invites students into the joys and responsibilities of analytical thinking and problem solving as they develop strong skills in applying mathematical techniques to questioning, analysis, and discovery. With a passion for working with and inspiring Middle School students, this skilled teacher has experience teaching courses ranging from sixth grade mathematics through Honors Algebra and Geometry.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan and facilitate meaningful, rigorous, level-appropriate instruction
- Collaborate with Mathematics Department members to enhance and create a variety of core and elective courses that challenge and inspire students to think independently, creatively, and critically
- Mentor and support students as they strive to become strong critical thinkers and problem solvers
- Ignite a passion for learning among Middle School students, sponsoring clubs and related activities
- Serve as an advisor to a group of eight to ten students, supporting and encouraging their personal and academic growth
- Embrace the school's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and continually evaluate curriculum and pedagogy to reflect this commitment
- Foster positive relationships among parents, students, and fellow teachers
- Dedicate themselves to our core principles of character, educational vigor, diversity, and community
- Demonstrate a desire for constant professional and personal growth by regularly participating in and seeking out professional learning opportunities
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or Mathematics Education is required; A Masters degree is preferred.
- Ideal candidates will have at least three to five years of experience as a mathematics teacher.
- Candidates must have exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven success working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, parents, and school leaders is critical.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
All interested applicants applying for this position should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.
Sewickley Academy is committed to having an inclusive community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Academy does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.
