High School Math Teacher

Great Hearts Academies • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Great Hearts Academies is seeking a High School Math Teacher for Maryvale Preparatory Academy in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves teaching assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons, and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. Mathematics is studied throughout the K–12 core curriculum and is taught for its own sake, with a focus on proof-based courses, pure mathematics, and largely Socratic pedagogy. The job description also describes middle school mathematics and science curricula, though the position title is High School Math Teacher.

The teacher provides academic support, monitors student progress, partners with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs, communicates professionally with families, and participates in faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and ongoing professional growth. Local travel may be required for training and professional development. Employment is contingent on completing a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. U.S. work authorization is required; OPT/CPT candidates are accepted.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher is required for a lead teaching role.
• U.S. work authorization is required; OPT/CPT candidates are accepted.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

• All majors are welcome.
• Teaching certification is not required for general education.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials.
• Prepare thoughtful lessons and cultivate an orderly, joyful classroom.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students and monitor their progress.
• Partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Uphold and model Great Hearts culture, policies, and expectations, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiate conferences as needed, and foster home-school partnerships.
• Participate in faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and ongoing professional growth.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with minimal employee cost.
• Matching 401(k) program.
• Professional development offerings, including great books seminars, leadership and special education coursework and pathways, and reduced-tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time