Part-Time Upper School Math Teacher

St. Luke's School, a secular (non-religious), college-preparatory day school serving grades 5 through 12 in New Canaan, Connecticut, seeks a part-time Upper School Math teacher to teach 2 sections of math, most likely Algebra II. A successful candidate will join a team of Mathematics teachers known for their extraordinary commitment. Whether the content is Pre-Algebra or Calculus, our Math teachers put students first. The Department uses a range of instructional methods, including direct instruction, group work, inquiry-based, and flipped classrooms; the practices in Building Thinking Classrooms inform the approach. This team of math teachers embraces what Seymour Papert has called "hard fun." The St. Luke's Upper School Math Team participates in all Fairfield County math meets and also has social outings. Joining this group of colleagues means joining an ongoing conversation about how best to teach math, and how to do it in a way that inspires more hard fun.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Teach part-time course load of two Upper School sections, most likely Algebra II/Algebra II with Trigonometry.
• Attend monthly Department meetings and occasional other required meetings in person or via Zoom.
• Make arrangements to provide extra help for students as needed.
  
  
  

Schedule

This position is suited to a teacher seeking the flexibility of a part-time schedule. St. Luke's Upper School classes meet 3 times per week for 1 hour each, so the total classroom time is 6 hours per week. In addition, part-time teachers can expect to provide about 2 hours of extra help to students each week, on average. Preparation for classes and grading student work may all be completed at home; part-time employees only have to be on campus to teach their classes and occasionally attend faculty meetings. New employees attend a week-long orientation in August, prior to the start of school.

Key Skills and Qualities:

• Desire and ability to build authentic relationships with students
• Ability to teach rich content with creative pedagogy
• Superb oral and written communication skills
• Flexibility and strong organizational skills
• Excellent time management with an ability to keep students on pace
• Capacity to develop students' critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong cultural competency skills, with demonstrated commitment to furthering an equitable and inclusive school community
  
  
  

Compensation

• Non benefit eligible due to part time status
  
  

Located in New Canaan, Connecticut, St. Luke's attracts families from over 35 towns throughout Connecticut and New York. A combination of challenging academics and truly exceptional community support distinguishes St. Luke's and encourages our students to go above and beyond their own expectations. St. Luke's offers an inclusive environment where differences in race, culture, and personal beliefs are embraced as assets that enhance education. St. Luke's prides itself on being a forward-thinking school where students hone their own distinct leadership skills - developing a strong moral compass, the commitment to serve, and the confidence to lead.

St. Luke's School is an equal opportunity employer. St. Luke's School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law with regard to hiring, terms and conditions of employment or educational programs. We strive to provide a welcoming educational environment where the value and dignity of every member is respected.