Lower School Math Specialist, Leave (Jan 2027-June 2027)

Buckingham Browne Nichols School • Cambridge, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Buckingham Browne & Nichols seeks a full-time Lower School Math Co-Teacher for Grades 1 and 2 to cover a leave from January 2027 through June 2027. The mathematics specialist supports student achievement and the continuing development of the school’s mathematics program by co-planning and co-teaching with homeroom teachers. The role involves implementing the mathematics curriculum and using assessments to determine appropriate pacing and differentiation for each unit to meet learners’ needs, including enrichment and different learning styles. Deep knowledge of mathematics content at each grade level is important.

The specialist works under the guidance of the Lower School Mathematics Coach/Coordinator and collaborates with teachers on curriculum planning, expectations, assessment, and individual or small-group instruction. The role also includes responsibilities that support the broader Lower School community, such as faculty meetings, admissions work, presentations, ordering materials, and other duties assigned by school leadership.

The school expects the teacher to support diversity, equity, and inclusion; social-emotional learning; interdisciplinary and inquiry-based learning; visible documentation and assessment; collaboration among adults; and thoughtful use of materials and learning environments. Buckingham Browne & Nichols is a day school serving students in Pre-K through Grade 12 and is committed to becoming an anti-racist institution and fostering an inclusive community.

Requirements

• At least three to five years of full-time teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong mathematics background and deep knowledge of mathematics content at each grade level.
• Knowledge of developmental age groups in grades B–6.
• In-depth knowledge of different learning styles.
• Experience coaching teachers to develop their ability to differentiate mathematics instruction.
• Ability to collaborate, be flexible, and have courageous conversations with co-teachers.
• Enjoy working with elementary-aged students and understand child development for this age group.
• Commitment to working in and fostering an inclusive community.
• Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and their impact on classroom climate and curriculum.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues inside and outside the curriculum.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and families.
• Curriculum design and assessment experience.
• Ability to receive feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Desire to continue seeking professional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of the mathematics curriculum.
• Co-plan and co-teach with homeroom teachers, using different team-teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.
• Collaborate with homeroom teachers on curriculum planning, setting expectations, assessing student achievement, and assigning students to individual or small-group instruction.
• Provide differentiated instruction to groups or individuals for specific lessons, skill sets, or units of study.
• Monitor use of Bridges in Mathematics curriculum materials and order or procure additional materials when needed.
• Work under the guidance of the Lower School Mathematics Coach/Coordinator.
• Carry out additional responsibilities assigned by the Lower School Director and Lower School Mathematics Coach/Coordinator to support successful curriculum implementation.
• Participate in or lead/co-lead Affinity Lunch and attend weekly faculty meetings.
• Order materials, tools, and instructional aids and manage budgets as assigned.
• Participate in admissions work and deliver a Back to School Night presentation as assigned.
• Apply diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and support social-emotional learning.
• Use visual arts to expand on students’ thoughts and ideas.
• Collaborate with adults to evolve and advance practice.
• Document and assess learning in ways that make it visible.
• Support inquiry-based interdisciplinary research and authentic, meaningful learning experiences.
• Organize and use materials across disciplines to deepen learning and maintain organized, aesthetically pleasing learning environments.

Benefits

• 403(b) plan with up to a 10% match of salary for eligible full-time and part-time employees.
• Health insurance for eligible employees.
• Dental insurance for eligible employees.
• Commuter benefits for eligible employees.
• Long-term disability insurance for eligible employees.
• Other competitive benefits offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level