High School Math Teacher (rev.10272026)

Ensworth School•Nashville, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Ensworth School seeks an experienced math teacher to join its high school faculty. The successful applicant will teach high school mathematics, work with students at regular and advanced levels, and build strong relationships with students and colleagues. Strong pedagogical content knowledge, proficiency with educational technology, and a growth mindset are important. The teacher is expected to carry out the role with moral integrity, intellectual vitality, discipline, compassion, humor, and joy, and to support Ensworth’s mission, vision, diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments. The role includes teaching up to five sections of high school math, advising a group of 10–12 high school students, collaborating with colleagues on curriculum and assessment, and supporting a diverse student population. Employees must be physically present on campus, with limited exceptions subject to the School’s discretion and prior written approval. Periodic professional training may take place outside normal working hours or during summer months.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in mathematics or a related field.
At least three years of high school teaching experience.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work with students at regular and advanced levels across the curriculum.
Strong pedagogical content knowledge.
Proficiency with educational technology.
Growth mindset and willingness to grow and learn through on-the-job experiences.
Desire to be a constructive team member.
Willingness to accept constructive feedback.
Successful completion of background screening and verification.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students and colleagues.
Experience teaching a variety of high school math courses.

Responsibilities

Abide by Ensworth’s Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct.
Commit to the ideals expressed in Ensworth’s Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement.
Adhere to the Essential Expectations of an Ensworth Faculty, Staff, or Administrator.
Teach up to five sections of high school math, depending on other responsibilities.
Promote and instill Ensworth’s core skills in each student.
Advise a group of 10–12 high school students.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop curricula and plan assessments.
Support a diverse group of learners from a variety of backgrounds.
Use educational technology to augment and enhance the learning experience.
Participate periodically in training to stay current with teaching methods, practices, and knowledge in the field.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of High School.