Middle School Math Teacher

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Ready to reimagine rigor? Ready to teach math in a way that helps students make deep conceptual connections, along with developing solid skills, and that is engaging for you and students? Are you passionate about innovative mathematics teaching and believe in students’ capacity as thoughtful learners and developing leaders? Are the words“student-centered” and “inquiry-driven” core to your philosophy as an educator? In the Bosque School Math Department, we are committed to an approach that goes beyond a passive model of learning and merely imparting math facts. We strive to teach students how to learn math and how to love math. 

Collaborating deeply as a dynamic team dedicated to creativity and risk-taking in our teaching, we engage students in true problem-solving, not simply the application of rote skills to difficult problems, where technology becomes a tool for discovery and extension, not just a calculation device. We recognize that when students tackle rich math tasks, ask insightful questions, take risks, practice core skills, and learn from mistakes, they build mathematical capacity, resilience, understanding, and mastery. Moreover, we believe that teaching students how to learn and how to work in a collaborative environment gives them the tools to succeed in tomorrow’s world. As a Middle School Math Teacher who combines mathematical aptitude with mathematically-specific pedagogical knowledge, you will be integral to helping us further refine and implement an outstanding, rigorous, and holistic Challenging Education curriculum while bringing wisdom, energy, insight, and warmth to the position and department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach five sections of Middle School Math involving some combination of two to three different courses ranging from 6th grade math up through 8th grade algebra 1, with the possibility for changes year to year based on school needs
• Provide students with thoughtful and timely formative and summative feedback in line with the school, divisional, and departmental assessment expectations. Prepare and enter grades, comments, and grade reports in accordance with school and divisional policies
• In and outside of the classroom, model a commitment and growth mindset towards manifesting Bosque’s mission, core values, and  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Principles and Best Practices for All Employees. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to working with culturally diverse students, families, and colleagues and contributing to building and maintaining an inclusive community
• Actively support and stay current on the needs of and changes to formal Bosque School student learning and medical/mental health plans. Work in collaboration with the Student Support Team, which could include the Learning Specialist, Nurse, Counselors, Deans, and Division Heads to integrate student accommodations into the classroom
• Provide extra help for students, including being available during office hours/homework cafe/non-teaching periods to meet with students
• Keep parents informed in a timely manner if a student is below academic or behavioral expectations following divisional expectations (following ‘official notes’ expectations, etc)
• Participate in parent/guardian conferences and parent/guardian programs at school
• Adhere to internal and external school communication guidelines
• Attend staffulty, department, and grade-level meetings, unless excused by Division Head(s), arriving on time and participating professionally throughout the meeting (not leaving early, being distracted by off task projects, or working on other projects at that time unless approved by the Division Head)
• Collaboratively work with colleagues and administrators in support of the manifestation of our mission and values. When disagreements arise, lean into our “cultivating community” behaviors of coming together in moments of crisis and confusion, assuming positive intent, and seeking clarification
• Work closely with the Math department and grade-level teams
• Demonstrate a deep understanding and appreciation for middle school aged students
• Engage in the planning and execution of interdisciplinary project work 
• Participate fully in the Bosque community supporting students, colleagues, families, and school culture and community
• Engage enthusiastically in our robust annual professional development program
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and being open to constructive feedback
• Create a safe, rigorous, and nurturing learning environment for all students 
• Fulfill other non-teaching duties as assigned by the Middle School Division Head, such as serving as a faculty advisor to middle school students and supporting service learning initiatives

Bosque School is a 6–12th college preparatory school situated on 45 acres next to the Rio Grande. We create transformative learning experiences that empower a diverse community of students to lead lives of intellectual curiosity, personal integrity, and compassionate contribution to a more just world. We manifest our mission with our core values of inspiring academic excellence, cultivating community, fostering integrity, and learning from place. We invite you to explore Bosque School and experience Challenging Education in action. Bosque School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS).

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants must send a letter of intent and resume to Human Resources at [email protected] in order to be considered. Review of applications will begin on March 29, 2021, and applicants are encouraged to submit application materials prior to this date. The position will remain open until filled and will begin August 2021.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Bosque School is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and recognition of individuals on the basis of their ability and job-related qualifications and without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable federal, state, or local law.  We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students. The school complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application/interview process are requested to contact the School in order to arrange such accommodation.