Math Teacher - One Semester (Jan-June) FT Upper School Position

Math Teacher - One Semester (Jan-June) FT Upper School Position
 

ABOUT CASTILLEJA
 

Castilleja is a dynamic, diverse, and intentional educational community for students in grades 6–12 that believes in the power of women learning and women leading. Founded in 1907, Castilleja fulfills its mission to educate young women to become confident thinkers and compassionate leaders with a sense of purpose to effect change in the world. Every member of the Castilleja community is responsible for fostering an equitable, respectful, and just community. We value building and sustaining authentic relationships and work together to create a collaborative learning and working environment. We are dedicated to a program that is responsive to students’ needs and identities and demonstrates a commitment to antiracist values and pedagogy. 
 

TEACHING AT CASTILLEJA
 

At Castilleja we know that students thrive when learning happens within and beyond classroom walls and when students actively witness engagement in the greater community by the adults in their lives. Employees are invited to and supported as they connect with our larger programming, advise students, and inspire new ways to bring the mission alive on campus. We seek educators who aspire to engage differences with courage, honesty, intellectual curiosity, respect, and humility.  Specifically, the Mathematics Department seeks educators who are interested in an explorative curriculum that promotes collaborative learning, skill development, deep conceptual understanding, and effective problem-solving strategies and someone who is passionate about educating girls and preparing them to succeed in STEAM fields and elsewhere. This Math Teacher will teach three sections of Intro Calculus Honors and one section of Geometry, will report to the Department Lead and Academic Leadership, and will work closely with other Math teachers and with grade level colleagues.  
 

Important qualities of this teacher include:

• Commitment to student-centered learning and responsive pedagogy

• Facility with content knowledge and commitment to interdisciplinary-thinking 

• Experience with various modes of teaching and assessing

• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and teamwork 

• Openness to feedback and a growth mindset

• Flexibility
 

Key Qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience 

• Proficiency with technology in and out of the classroom 

• Undergraduate degree in relevant field of study; Masters degree preferred
 

Compensation and Benefits:

• Eligible for: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, EAP and Life  

• Eligible for 403(b) Retirement plan with an outstanding employer match

• Castilleja uses a competitive salary scale which takes into account the range of experience, education, and skill level. The yearly salary for this position ranges from $82,700 to $125,000 and will be prorated.


Equal Opportunity Employment:

Castilleja School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, qualifications and competence - regardless of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.  This Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all areas of employment.
 

*Please include a cover letter with your application.