Upper School Math Teacher (Grades 5-8, 0.8 - 1.0 FTE Based On Program Need)

Upper School Math Teacher

0.8 – 1.0 FTE based on programmatic needs

Beginning August 2025

Position Description

Burke’s seeks a math teacher for Upper School grades (5-8) who can inspire a passion for mathematics by modeling best practices in teaching and implementing student-centered, inquiry-based lessons that develop skills and conceptual understanding. Emphasis is placed on real-world applications, problem-solving, and effectively communicating one’s understanding in a variety of ways.

In addition to teaching four sections, responsibilities may include advising a group of students or supporting other programmatic needs.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Teaching Upper School Math; this includes:
• Formally assessing and reporting on student progress three times per year using checklist/narrative report cards 
• Providing extra-help sessions during and after the school day, as needed
• Planning and supervising field trips relevant to curriculum
• Communication: 
• Effective communication with colleagues in support of a collegial and collaborative professional community
• Timely and supportive communication with students, parents, and caregivers to foster a strong partnership with families
• Collaboration:
• Participate in regular team meetings including advising team in addition to attending faculty meetings
• Contribute to curriculum development and revision
• Collaborate effectively with Upper School Math Specialist, especially with respect to differentiation
• Supervisory duties as needed

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

Below are the personal and professional qualities that we believe are important for the success of the person in this role. Unless specifically noted as a prerequisite for the role, these qualifications and skills are preferred. We know many candidates bring a full complement of experience, skills, and ideas, even if they don’t check every box of a job description. If you meet many of our criteria, please don’t hesitate to apply. Every application gets serious consideration, including those with skill sets that we may not have included here. We welcome all applicants who will bring a unique perspective and personal characteristics to our amazing team.

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent, preferably math or STEM-related
• Experience teaching inquiry-based mathematics, preferably at middle-school level
• Demonstrated confidence in:
• differentiation of instruction
• cultural competency
• project-based learning
• innovative use of technology in instruction
• Understanding by Design approach to curriculum design (preferred)
• Commitment to: 
• equitable and anti-racist teaching practices
• integrating service learning into classroom projects
• modeling lifelong learning and professional growth by engaging with professional development opportunities
• Understanding of, and appreciation for: 
• the social-emotional development of adolescent girls
• providing opportunities for learning through play by inviting creativity, imagination, curiosity, and tinkering into the classroom
• Flexible 
• Creative
• Collaborative
• Possessing a growth mindset and openness to feedback

Burke’s does not sponsor employment visas. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.

Benefits

Compensation

Burke’s offers competitive compensation with a salary range of $77,000 - $150,000 based on years of experience plus advanced degree stipends. Both prorated for percent FTE. Comprehensive benefits are provided. More information about the school can be found on the website at www.burkes.org.

To Apply: Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter, resumé, and references to burkes.workable.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Burke’s is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.