Middle School Math Teacher - Santa Rosa, United States - Sonoma Country Day School
Description
Sonoma Country Day School (SCDS) is a transitional kindergarten through eighth grade independent, co-ed day school located in California's wine country. We draw students from Sonoma County and send graduates to top national and local public and private schools. Our distinguished community is defined by excellence, where families, educators, and students unite in a shared commitment to learning. With a dedicated faculty, personalized attention, and a rich curriculum spanning academics, arts, athletics, and ethics, we nurture intellectual curiosity and global citizenship. Join us and discover the SCDS difference. Visit
Position Description
The Sonoma Country Day School seeks an experienced, dynamic, student-centered middle school math teacher for the school year. The candidate will be skilled in developing students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills and will employ various instructional strategies to ensure that all students are challenged to progress toward mastery of complex concepts. The ideal candidate will have strong math teaching pedagogy and content knowledge. The candidate will put students' needs at the center of decision-making, be a self-reflective educator who models a growth mindset, and be an inspiration to and collaborator with a high-performing faculty. The role entails teaching pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry concepts through an integrated curriculum at the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade levels. This position will be part of a thriving and dynamic middle school math team that currently consists of three outstanding educators, making for a collaborative and fun team approach.
With social-emotional learning as an integral part of middle school, teachers serve as advisors to a group of 9-12 students, building positive relationships and a sense of belonging. Learning at Sonoma Country Day School is not confined to the classroom. The school's outdoor education programs, student-generated activities, and athletic offerings are hallmarks of every student's Middle School experience. Candidates will be expected to share in the day-to-day life of the SCDS middle school community.
Salary, Benefits, and Expectations
This position offers a competitive salary of $65k to $110k, depending on experience, and includes benefits. Hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a weekly faculty meeting until 4:30, and team planning meetings may require additional time. Occasional evening and weekend commitments are required throughout the school year.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SCDS is an equal opportunity employer, and opportunities are open to all individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or handicap.
To Apply
Please do not call the school. Send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three references to Mark Bosick, Middle School Division Head, at . Please reference "MS Math Teacher" in the subject line of your email.
Desired Qualifications
Applicants should have experience working with secondary school-aged students and hold a B.A./B.S. An advanced degree in math education or a related field is preferable. Strong interpersonal skills, good humor, and flexibility are essential.
This individual will be committed to the education of all students; share our school vision of high standards of learning; cultivate and promote a safe, caring, and supportive learning environment; treat people fairly, equitably, and with dignity and respect; recognize and value cultural differences; set high professional standards for self; utilize ethical principles in decision-making; communicate well both orally and in writing; demonstrate leadership; demonstrate strong organizational skills; work well with others; accept constructive feedback; solve problems creatively; be able to handle stress; be open to new ideas and change; embrace learning as a lifelong process with a commitment to ongoing professional development.