High School Math Teacher

2 weeks ago

Portland, United States Native American Youth And Family Center Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

The Many Nations Academy (MNA) is a private alternative high school within the NAYA Family Center, located in the Cully neighborhood of NE Portland. MNA’s educational model is culturally specific and reflects the values of Native peoples, though our students come from all backgrounds.


Being a teacher at MNA is different—perhaps more enriching and potentially more rewarding—than at other schools. Our teacher student ratio is 1:10, so you can get to know every learner and their needs. As well, we have ample planning time for you to prepare your lessons. MNA practices flexibility in its instructional model, allowing you to teach an established curriculum or modify it to best suit your students. NAYA offers wrap around services, so that students and their families are well supported. Food, housing and other resource needs can be addressed by NAYA staff right in the building.


You will be joining a small, supportive teaching team that works together closely. This is an ideal role for a teacher at any stage of their career, whether you are new to the classroom or you have experience but want to work within a new model. Teamwork, cross curricular learning and professional development are important values for our teaching team, so you are not on your own.


NAYA offers an exceptional benefits package, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employees (and affordable care for family members), 401(k) retirement plan, paid vacation and paid holidays. Our pay structure is similar to Portland Public Schools and starting salary is $50,000/year for newly licensed teachers, or higher if you have teaching experience.


Work hours are generally 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Class is in session from 9 am to 4 pm Monday through Thursday and on Friday from 9 am to 1:30 pm. The first day of school is September 3, 2024, and the first day of employment will be approximately August 19, 2024. The school year ends in mid June.


Who You Are

  • You have a Bachelors degree in Education or in your subject area
  • You are licensed as a teacher in Oregon, or are able to achieve Oregon licensure within your first year of employment. Your licensure does not need to include specialization in your subject area.
  • You have work or lived experience in the Native community, or you have a commitment to learn Native history and the unique strengths and challenges of Urban Natives. A good place to start is Oregon Department of Education’s Tribal History/Shared History training .
  • You are an expert at helping students feel included. You know that the work of a teacher is mentoring and coaching, in addition to delivering instruction.
  • You prefer a team environment at work, rather than working alone. You don’t hesitate to roll up your sleeves and pitch in if it would help your students or your team.
  • You know that being a teacher means that you’ll face stressful situations. You are the sort of person who brings calmness, curiosity and flexibility to these situations.
  • You are self aware. You are able to listen well and center others. You actively seek feedback and tend not to be defensive.
  • You show up for students and their families by participating in school and community events.

Questions? Want to chat about this role before you decide to apply? Contact Lisa Otero, Many Nations Academy Principal, or Michelle Valintis, Recruiter.


Read the full job description here.


NAYA is committed to building a work environment that respects and inspires every community member. Our mission is to serve Urban Native youth and families, so we strongly encourage the Native American community to apply. We encourage applications from members of other historically marginalized groups, as well, including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those who have served in the military.Requirements:


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