Math Teacher - Middle School

Description

Description

Middle School Math Teacher 

Pay Range: $61,987 - 118,388 depending combined experience and education

Full Time starting August 2025 

To apply for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent and must be able to pass required background checks. 

School Overview: 

Founded in 1967, The Overlake School is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational, college prep day school. Each Overlake community member is committed to the school's mission to champion students and their vast potential through engaging educational experiences in a diverse and inclusive community. Students are valued as multifaceted individuals and graduate with a passion for learning, ready for any path that contributes to a better world. 

Overlake is committed to diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, socio-economic status, gender, sexual orientation, or disability in the administration of its educational policies, financial aid, employment, and other school- administered programs. 

As part of our school’s strategic vision, Overlake expects a high level of cultural competency from all faculty. This includes an awareness of one’s own identities and how they impact the classroom, as well as a demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and just learning environment.

Position Overview: 

The Overlake School seeks a 7th-grade math teacher for the Middle School division. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic educator who fosters a love for mathematics, supports students in their academic and personal growth, and contributes to a collaborative and dynamic learning environment. Course assignments for this position will likely be Algebra I.

We are looking for a teacher who is highly skilled at differentiating instruction to support students with a wide range of mathematical abilities, learning styles, and backgrounds. The ideal candidate will be able to create engaging, student-centered lessons that challenge advanced learners while providing scaffolding and support for those who need it. A commitment to flexible teaching strategies, ongoing assessment, and a growth mindset is essential. Classes are student centered and focus is on the ‘why’ of math rather than the ‘how.’ Students understanding what they are doing is more important than speed and following math rules. For more information on our department’s scope and sequence, please see our curriculum guide. 

(https://www.overlake.org/academics/curriculum/math)

Primary Responsibilities:

· Teach four sections of 7th-grade math

· Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of middle school learners

· Serve as an advisor (homeroom leader) for a small group of students

· Sponsor a Middle School club each quarter

· Lead students in a one-week Project Week experience in the spring

· Participate in department, division, and all-school faculty meetings

· Take part in community responsibilities, such as chaperoning events, serving on committees, and participating in Admissions activities. Some responsibilities may include occasional evening, weekend, or overnight commitments.

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, Math Education, Education, or a related field

· Demonstrated expertise in differentiating instruction for students with varied learning needs

· Ability to design engaging, student-centered lessons that promote conceptual understanding

· Strong formative and summative assessment practices to track student growth and adjust instruction accordingly

· Technological proficiency and a willingness to incorporate technology into the classroom

· Commitment to equity and inclusion, with experience working in diverse learning environments

· Strong communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues

· Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a department and grade-level team

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience working with middle grades students (5th-8th)

· Familiarity with inquiry-based, student-centered learning approaches

· Background in curriculum design and assessment development

· Experience with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Understanding by Design (UbD) frameworks

· Experience teaching IB MYP Math or an Integrated Math program

· Strong classroom management skills

· Evidence of ongoing professional development

Salary : $61,987 - $118,388