Instructor of Mathematics, Full Time Temporary

Description Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below. Saint Mary's School is an independent, Episcopal, college-preparatory, boarding and day school for girls in grades 9-12. The School is the fourth oldest girls' boarding and day school in the country and is located on a beautiful 23-acre campus which is within walking distance to many restaurants and attractions of downtown Raleigh. Raleigh-Durham, NC is ranked as one of the best places to live in the United States by US News & World Report. We are looking for candidates who have strong teaching and learning backgrounds that embodies a student-centered philosophy and demonstrates a high degree of cross-cultural competency and inclusion in all aspects of school life. Saint Mary's School seeks candidates who believe every learner deserves to have her needs met through learning communities that value diversity, compassion, and fairness. Our teachers work to create equitable classrooms providing students with equal access to learn and achieve their full potential. Saint Mary's School faculty members are designers of learning who bring the mission of the school to life, creating classrooms that embody and nurture intellectual engagement and facilitate the Saint Mary's School competencies. Faculty members report to the Dean of Academic Innovation through their academic leaders. Faculty members are responsible for all aspects of the classes they teach, for participation in various departmental and school groups and endeavors, and for participating as chaperone or sponsor or in some other capacity in aspects of the student life program. This temporary leave replacement position is scheduled to begin mid February until May 31st. Responsibilities: Teach 5 sections of mathematics including Algebra, Geometry, and Discrete Math. Design learning to engage and inspire students. When relevant, imbed key competencies into the learning environment. Enthusiastic and contributing member of the academic team. Using authentic feedback and assessment, report on students' progress regularly. Understand and utilize technology as a teaching tool to maximize student learning. Provide differentiated instruction for all students in collaboration with the Student Support Team. Write recommendations for college applications and for awards, scholarships, and honors. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders through regularly scheduled progress reports. Assist with monitoring and proctoring students in a variety of academic settings, including but not limited to standardized testing, tutorial, and study hall. Help with co- and extra-curricular programs. Adopt and practice Saint Mary's School Learning Principles and Principles of Professionalism. Be familiar with and follow policies in the Employee Handbook. Support the school and its mission. Perform other duties as necessary or as assigned. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee in this position. Employees are required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by those authorized to give instructions or assignments. Requirements Bachelor's degree in mathematics or education. Five years of teaching experience. Experience and qualifications to teach mathematics, particularly Algebra, at multiple levels. Demonstrated ability to team teach and implement teaching techniques that foster learning with a diverse range of students. Proven interest in girls' education. Excellent organizational skills and ability to establish priorities. Demonstrated aptitude for collaboration with colleagues and academic leaders. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to use applicable technology tools. Enthusiasm and commitment towards professional development and lifelong learning. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in education, mathematics, or other appropriate field. Five years of teaching experience in independent high schools. An ability to communicate and build relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Experience in building and developing math curriculum that evolves over time. Physical Requirements and Work Environment May deal with stressful situations in the normal course of duties, including a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts. Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment. Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of times. Standing, bending, reaching, and moving about to coordinate work. Regularly sit, talk, hear, and interact with students, parents, staff, and visitors. May work at a desk on the phone and in front of a computer screen. xrczosw Ability to walk up and down three (3) flights of stairs daily.