What are the responsibilities and job description for the Math Teacher position at THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF THE ARTS?
Job Details
Description
The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 380 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory.Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world.The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
The Northwest School seeks an experienced math teacher to teach topics ranging from Pre-algebra to Algebra 2 for the 2025-26. academic year. This is a 10-month 1.0 FTE position.
The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 365 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory. Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm, inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world. As a community committed to inclusive excellence, The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Essential Duties & Responsiblities:
- Teach four sections of math, ranging from Pre-algebra to Algebra 2.
- Coordinate curricula with other Math teachers and grade level teachers.
- Advise a group of students at a grade level.
- Participate fully in the life of the school, including collaborating effectively and collegially with your teaching team, grade level, and department; promoting positive dialogue with colleagues, students, and families; engaging regularly in formal, ongoing professional development beyond school-based in-service; supporting colleagues and the school by substituting for absent teachers; and participating in meetings, committees, and community gatherings. Additionally, know, understand, and uphold the school's mission, philosophy, and values.
- All teachers contribute to the school’s mission and community through activities such as supporting students' social-emotional learning (SEL), leading interest groups (clubs), organizing social events, and attending grade-level trips. For part-time teachers, engagement in these activities should be proportional to their full-time equivalent (FTE).
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the school’s mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, inclusion, environmental sustainability, and global perspective.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a related field and a minimum of 1 year experience teaching math to upper school students is required.
- Candidates must demonstrate an ability to establish an effective learning environment and use a wide range of methods.
- Knowledge and experience with differentiation to effectively design curricula to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Ability to provide additional outside-of-classroom instruction when necessary for remedial or accelerated work.
- Ability to assess student progress through a variety of assessment instruments.
- An ability to work both independently and as a productive member of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A master's degree and 3 years of teaching experience is preferred.
- Experience teaching higher-level math (Precalculus, Calculus)
- Experience working with middle school students
Compensation:
Salary is highly competitive with top independent schools in the region and commensurate with education and experience and includes all professional responsibilities of a teacher, both in the classroom and community contributions. Salary range is $57,931- $105,644 based on education & years of experience.
The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.
Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy online: https://www.northwestschool.org/about/employment
**Please note: we are unable to fully consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.
Salary : $57,931 - $105,644
