JOB TITLE: Upper School Math Teacher (Algebra)

REPORTS TO: Director of Upper School

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: None

STATUS: Salary, 40 hours/week, Teacher Contract

JOB SUMMARY: Teacher has the responsibility of providing in-depth knowledge of subject content and the best teaching practices for students with learning differences. This position will partner with the Mathematics Department Chair and report directly to the Director of Upper School. 

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES & ACTIVITIES (Including Physical Function):

• Commitment to Briarwood’s mission, purpose, and culture.
• Strive to inspire a love of learning (particularly mathematics) in students.
• Partner proactively with faculty and administration to support students with different learning styles.
• Observe and evaluate individual students displaying academic or behavioral difficulties and assess their learning strengths and challenges.
• Collaborate enthusiastically with the Math Department and Grade level team.
• Direct one-on-one or small-group instruction.
• Develop and prepare educational content including lesson plans, notes, assignments, and assessments.
• Supervise classes to ensure all students are learning in a safe and productive environment.
• Organize supplies and resources for lectures and presentations.
• Deliver personalized instruction to each student by encouraging interactive learning.
• Plan and implement educational activities and events.
• Ensure your classroom is clean and orderly.
• Prepare and distribute periodic progress reports and semester report cards.
• Attend parent-teacher meetings.
• Evaluate and document students’ progress.
• Follow evidence-based curriculum and strategies adopted by the school.
• Align routines and procedures across grade levels.
• Maintain a structured, consistent, yet flexible approach to classroom management.
• Skilled at differentiating instruction and providing individualized accommodations.
• Serve as a grade level advisor and team member managing all aspects of the grade level experience. 
• Work with parents, faculty, and division heads when academic concerns arise regarding students.
• Implement a focus on technology use and adoption within the school.
• Represent the school at educational conferences and associations.
• Participate in any accreditation process for the school.
• Attend all staff meetings and staff retreats.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Upper School or the Head of School.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s degree preferred), Teacher Certificate in Math preferred, not required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in independent schools, with a strong background in Math
• Exceptionally capable in both written and oral communication
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills
• Technologically savvy, Google Suite
• Knowledge of (and experience with) students with diagnosed learning disabilities and dyslexia
• Proven success at working collaboratively
• Passionate about the chosen field of study

PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Maintain physical ability to complete all essential functions and activities of the position.

The Briarwood School offers a competitive health insurance program, retirement benefits, paid time off, and robust professional development opportunities.

The Briarwood School is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Briarwood prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.  

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. The Briarwood School makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. 

November 2024

The Briarwood School is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Briarwood prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex,  sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal,  state, or local laws.  

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting,  promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. The Briarwood School makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. 

Reports to: Head of School and Department Director

Job Summary: Meaningful instruction for students, to facilitate learning in the absence of the regular teacher. Flexible, creative, and willing to fill in for various subjects and grade levels.

Detailed Responsibilities & Activities (Including Physical Function):

• Provide classroom instruction to students as outlined in lesson plans
• Manage the classroom in a way that encourages students
• Create a classroom that is conducive to learning
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities
• Implement plans for curriculum program which provide for effective teaching strategies
• Maintain appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices in the absence of the teacher
• Presents for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school
• Communicates and interacts with students, parents, and staff in a positive manner
• Other duties assigned to help and assist the School, Directors, and Staff

Minimum Requirements: Experience teaching in a classroom setting, good interpersonal skills, attention to detail, organization, ability to multi-task, and be able to pass a Background check.

Education: College education, Bachelor’s Degree.

Physical Abilities: Maintain physical ability to complete all essential functions and activities of the position.

Documentation Required: College Transcripts, teaching certificate, and documentation of experience.

The Briarwood and Tuttle Schools offer a competitive health insurance program, retirement benefits, paid time off, and robust professional development opportunities. The Briarwood School is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Briarwood prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. The Briarwood School makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Updated October 2023

The Briarwood school is seeking highly qualified applicants for teaching positions, grades K-12, to join our team of highly trained teachers. The Briarwood School is a K-12 independent school specializing in educating children with diagnosed learning disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia).  We believe that Every child CAN learn and deserves to be taught in the way he or she learns best.  

Teachers report to their Division Director and facilitate the growth of students through direct, multi-sensory instruction utilizing evidenced-based curriculum. Teaching positions at the Briarwood School are full-time positions. We are now accepting applications for anticipated openings in the near future.

Applicants to Briarwood will have their resume kept on file and contacted for a screening interview if and when a relevant position becomes available.

Desired Skills and Knowledge

• Commitment to Briarwood’s mission, purpose, and culture.
• Passion for working with students who learn differently.
• Eagerness to continue learning through robust professional development opportunities.
• Provides a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and structured classroom environment.
• Develops strong rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Enthusiastic collaboration with a department/team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Follows evidence-based curriculum and strategies adopted by the school.
• Aligns routines and procedures across grade level and maintains a structured and consistent classroom environment.
• Skilled at differentiating instruction and providing individualized accommodations.

Required and preferred Educational Background and Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)
• Current teaching certification preferred
• Prior teaching experience, preferably in an Independent School setting 
• Coaching experience in traditional sports preferred
• Experience teaching students with learning disabilities strongly preferred
• Strong content knowledge
• Proficient with technology, especially Google Workspace
• Strong work ethic

Additional Salary Information: The Briarwood School offers a competitive health insurance program, retirement benefits, paid time off, and robust professional development opportunities. Relocation compensation is not included in any position.