Math Faculty

The Thacher School•Ojai, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Thacher School seeks an experienced Math teacher for the 2027/28 school year. The role teaches four sections in the Math department, with an ideal candidate able to teach courses ranging from Algebra I through Calculus and other advanced topics. Faculty engagement extends beyond the classroom to residential life and advising, participation in the afternoon program, and co-leading backcountry trips. The position is full-time and housed at the School. Faculty also contribute to the School community through advising, committee service, meetings, student and family feedback, school activities, and support for the senior exhibition program. Thacher seeks dynamic leaders, lifelong learners, and compassionate mentors who demonstrate collaboration, flexibility, professionalism, and enthusiasm for working with teenagers. The School is a boarding school in Ojai, California, serving 260 students. The faculty and students live and work closely together on a 427-acre campus. The salary range is $55,000–$110,000, based on relevant experience and internal equity. The total rewards package includes a 403(b) match, healthcare coverage, and other benefits. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the School’s job portal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Math or a related field.
At least three years of successful high-school Math teaching experience.
Strong commitment to grades 9–12 boarding and day school education.
Superior written and spoken communication skills.
Superior interpersonal and organizational skills.
High energy; personable and engaging.
Enthusiasm for working with teenagers; ability to collaborate, adapt, manage time effectively, and meet commitments.
Possess, or be able to obtain, a current California driver license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record and be able to transport students in school-owned vehicles.
Successfully complete a criminal background check before employment begins.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
Ability to teach lower- and upper-level mathematics courses, from Algebra I through Calculus and other advanced topics.

Responsibilities

Teach four sections in the Math department, potentially covering Algebra I through Calculus and other advanced mathematics topics.
Advise a grade-level group of 4–6 students.
Participate in residential life, including community dinners, one weeknight of evening duty per week, and approximately six weekends per year.
Coach, run an activity, or otherwise participate in the afternoon program for two of the three seasons per year.
Partner with colleagues to co-lead two five-night outdoor backcountry trips per year.
Serve on at least one school-wide committee and participate in departmental and full-faculty meetings.
Provide timely written feedback to students, advisees, and their families.
Actively support school activities and events.
Support the senior exhibition program as a research and/or presentation advisor.
Contribute to the School’s mission, vision, and values and help build an inclusive school community.
Engage in professional development, model lifelong learning, and participate in signature School programs, including the backcountry program.