Upper School Math Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description

Columbus Academy seeks a full-time Upper School Math Teacher with responsibilities to begin in August 2026.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

• Teach four to five sections that may include Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus and/or Calculus

• Serve as a grade-level advisor to roughly 10 students; prepared to learn and implement advisory curriculum

• Assume a share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all upper school faculty members

• Collaborate with grade-level and departmental colleagues on curriculum design and development

• Provide periodic updates to parents about student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferences

• Make use of technological resources, including the school’s online learning management site for classes and integration of iPads and laptops in classroom activities

• Hold students accountable for the Academy’s standards of behavior

• Work with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-being

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mathematics education or a closely related field

• Minimum of three years of teaching experience in middle or high school, preferably in mathematics

• Passion for teaching high school students

• Enthusiasm for the study of math concepts

• Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in mathematical instruction at the high school level

• Leadership qualities to inspire, motivate and develop students

• A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning

• Enthusiasm, a positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills

• Ability to lead or direct extracurricular activity or coach interscholastic sport if desired

Physical Conditions

Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions:

• Classroom environment

• Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)

• Repetitive motion (use of a keyboard)

• A non-smoking campus

Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.

Legal requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.