What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logic (Middle) Math Teacher position at Regents School of Austin?
Job Description:
ROLE SUMMARY
Regents School of Austin is seeking qualified candidates for a position teaching 7th grade math (pre-algebra).
Candidates should have experience in teaching mathematics at the middle school or upper elementary level. Though not required, preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated understanding of Singapore mathematics curricula. K-5 students use the program Think Mathematics. Grades 6 and 7 are considering the adoption of Math Explorations for the 2025-26 school year. A familiarity with teaching practices from Building Thinking Classrooms is also a plus.
In addition to formal experience, candidates should demonstrate the desire to cultivate the mathematical affections of students to not only deepen their critical thinking and ability to problem solve but to structure lessons and curriculum so as to entice students to develop more positive dispositions, attitudes, and perspectives towards mathematics. Candidates should be in agreement with our Math Department Philosophy.
Candidates with an interest in taking their own love of mathematics beyond the walls of the classroom to outlets such as advising a math club or organizing community outreach events are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to candidates who can articulate how their Christian faith influences and integrates with their understanding and teaching of mathematics.
Principles for Conducting Work
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Required Experience:
SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Qualified Candidates Will Have At Least a Bachelors Degree In Mathematics Or Math Education Or An Equivalent Course Of Study, At Least Three Years Of Relevant Classroom Experience Preferred, And Christian Maturity That Demonstrates a Desire And Capacity To Create a Healthy Classroom Environment And To Develop a Commitment To Learning In Students. Successful Candidates Will Have Experience And Expertise In The Following:
Regents School of Austin is a unique K-12 school that educates 1,000 students on an 82-acre campus in southwest Austin. Our mission is to provide a classical, Christian education, founded upon and informed by a Christian worldview, that equips students to know, love, and practice that which is true, good and beautiful, and challenges them to strive for excellence as they live purposefully and intelligently in the service of God and man. Regents School of Austin is well recognized by peers for outstanding accomplishments in teaching, curriculum, students' achievement, parental involvement, and community support.
Information on our Purpose, Mission, Philosophy, Objectives and Doctrinal Statement
Board members, administration, faculty, coaches and other instructional personnel of Regents School, whether full-time, part-time or volunteer, must subscribe to our Purpose, Mission, Philosophy, Objectives and Doctrinal Statement, evidenced by their signing a statement of agreement with Article II annually. This document can be found by clicking: Philosophy and Doctrinal Statement. As a supplement, the Regents Board of Directors has adopted two additional statements as clarifying language under Article II. The Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy - This was adopted in 2017 by the Board to be clear on our view of the inerrancy of Scripture. Nashville Statement: A Coalition for Biblical Sexuality - This was adopted by the Board in 2019 as clarifying language on our view of biblical sexuality.
Links To Documents Below:
Article II
Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy
Nashville Statement: A Coalition for Biblical Sexuality
Benefits:
Regents School of Austin is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a compensation plan that compares favorably with those of regional peer schools. A full benefits package is made available including medical/dental/vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance (school-paid); life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance (school-paid), and additional voluntary life insurance to all full time employees. Regents maintains a 401k retirement plan. In addition to a recently implemented employer-match contribution, full time employees are eligible to receive profit sharing employer contributions after a designated year of service. A generous paid holiday and leave package is provided to full time employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Keyword: Mathematics, 7th, 7, seventh, 8th, 8, eighth, middle, junior, teen
ROLE SUMMARY
Regents School of Austin is seeking qualified candidates for a position teaching 7th grade math (pre-algebra).
Candidates should have experience in teaching mathematics at the middle school or upper elementary level. Though not required, preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated understanding of Singapore mathematics curricula. K-5 students use the program Think Mathematics. Grades 6 and 7 are considering the adoption of Math Explorations for the 2025-26 school year. A familiarity with teaching practices from Building Thinking Classrooms is also a plus.
In addition to formal experience, candidates should demonstrate the desire to cultivate the mathematical affections of students to not only deepen their critical thinking and ability to problem solve but to structure lessons and curriculum so as to entice students to develop more positive dispositions, attitudes, and perspectives towards mathematics. Candidates should be in agreement with our Math Department Philosophy.
Candidates with an interest in taking their own love of mathematics beyond the walls of the classroom to outlets such as advising a math club or organizing community outreach events are strongly encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to candidates who can articulate how their Christian faith influences and integrates with their understanding and teaching of mathematics.
Principles for Conducting Work
- Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects joyful obedience to Him
- Model the fruits of the Spirit in communications, relationships, and daily work
- Demonstrate teachability, a positive attitude, and a willing heart for service
- Embody others-centered servant-leadership in all interactions
- Prioritize according to non-urgent but important matters
- Maintain clear communication channels to the students, employees, and parents
- Teach five sections of pre-algebra to 7th grade students in our School of Logic also responsible for a homeroom of 7th and 8th grade students
- Provide students a foundation in number sense that builds on their prior experience with Singapore mathematics and prepares them for Geometry in 8th grade and Algebra I in 9th grade.
- Demonstrate an ability to teach math from a classical perspective:
- Presenting the why behind mathematical ideas, not just the how of algorithmic solving.
- Incorporating history and the human story of mathematics where appropriate.
- Active problem solving on the part of the students with regular group work and discussions.
- Emphasis on students articulating the reasoning behind their solutions.
- Age-appropriate mentorship and classroom management
Click here for our website
Click here for information on Classical Education
Required Experience:
SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Qualified Candidates Will Have At Least a Bachelors Degree In Mathematics Or Math Education Or An Equivalent Course Of Study, At Least Three Years Of Relevant Classroom Experience Preferred, And Christian Maturity That Demonstrates a Desire And Capacity To Create a Healthy Classroom Environment And To Develop a Commitment To Learning In Students. Successful Candidates Will Have Experience And Expertise In The Following:
- Understanding pedagogical skills and objectives in a classical, Christian model.
- Teaching through student discussions and problem solving while providing timely and instructive evaluation.
- High self-understanding, interpersonal communication, self-organization, and motivation.
- This position will regularly interact with students, parents, faculty, and administrators and requires strong interpersonal competency and the ability to build trust and rapport.
- We offer 10 personal days starting, which can grow to 15 days with longevity
- We offer our employees competitive health/dental/vision insurance.
- We provide company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- We offer a 401k retirement plan with matching contributions.
Regents School of Austin is a unique K-12 school that educates 1,000 students on an 82-acre campus in southwest Austin. Our mission is to provide a classical, Christian education, founded upon and informed by a Christian worldview, that equips students to know, love, and practice that which is true, good and beautiful, and challenges them to strive for excellence as they live purposefully and intelligently in the service of God and man. Regents School of Austin is well recognized by peers for outstanding accomplishments in teaching, curriculum, students' achievement, parental involvement, and community support.
Information on our Purpose, Mission, Philosophy, Objectives and Doctrinal Statement
Board members, administration, faculty, coaches and other instructional personnel of Regents School, whether full-time, part-time or volunteer, must subscribe to our Purpose, Mission, Philosophy, Objectives and Doctrinal Statement, evidenced by their signing a statement of agreement with Article II annually. This document can be found by clicking: Philosophy and Doctrinal Statement. As a supplement, the Regents Board of Directors has adopted two additional statements as clarifying language under Article II. The Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy - This was adopted in 2017 by the Board to be clear on our view of the inerrancy of Scripture. Nashville Statement: A Coalition for Biblical Sexuality - This was adopted by the Board in 2019 as clarifying language on our view of biblical sexuality.
Links To Documents Below:
Article II
Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy
Nashville Statement: A Coalition for Biblical Sexuality
Benefits:
Regents School of Austin is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a compensation plan that compares favorably with those of regional peer schools. A full benefits package is made available including medical/dental/vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance (school-paid); life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance (school-paid), and additional voluntary life insurance to all full time employees. Regents maintains a 401k retirement plan. In addition to a recently implemented employer-match contribution, full time employees are eligible to receive profit sharing employer contributions after a designated year of service. A generous paid holiday and leave package is provided to full time employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Keyword: Mathematics, 7th, 7, seventh, 8th, 8, eighth, middle, junior, teen
