Middle School Math Teacher

Access Educational Advisors•Plainfield, NJ

14d•$59,000 - $60,065

About The Position

MAKE MATH MEANINGFUL AND MAGICAL! At Queen City Academy, we're not just teaching numbers—we're building problem-solvers, critical thinkers, and confident mathematicians. As our Middle School Math Teacher, you'll transform abstract concepts into engaging experiences that empower students to see the beauty and relevance of mathematics in our K-12 community. THE QUEEN CITY DIFFERENCE Our small, family-like environment offers what other schools can't: Competitive salary range: $59,000 - $60,065 Supportive, collaborative faculty culture Deeply engaged parent partners Professional and personal growth opportunities YOU'LL THRIVE HERE IF YOU: Teach fundamental middle school math concepts like ratios, proportions, expressions, equations, and number systems through engaging, hands-on activities Develop a culturally responsive curriculum that connects mathematics to students' lived experiences and utilizes diverse problem-solving approaches Inspire students to wrestle with challenging problems and think critically about multiple solution pathways Demonstrate infectious enthusiasm for mathematics that instills confidence and meaningful engagement in all learners Meet weekly with your principal and instructional coach to analyze student work samples and assessment data to drive instruction Learn and apply differentiation strategies that ensure every student can access and excel in mathematics Develop positive relationships with students to make them feel seen, valued, and heard in your classroom Partner with families to ensure adequate resources and support are available for each child's learning journey Serve as an exemplar of our core values while actively supporting student progress through school-wide initiatives Collaborate with your grade level team to set academic objectives and implement effective teaching techniques Create a classroom culture where mathematical discourse and mistake-making are celebrated as learning opportunities Use real-world applications to help students understand the relevance of mathematical concepts in their daily lives

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (minimum)
NJ Teaching Certificate in Mathematics (Certificate of Eligibility acceptable)
Cultural sensitivity and the ability to communicate across lines of difference
Subject matter expertise in middle school mathematics
Team-oriented mindset with high expectations for students
Understanding of adolescent development and mathematical learning progressions

Responsibilities

Teach fundamental middle school math concepts like ratios, proportions, expressions, equations, and number systems through engaging, hands-on activities
Develop a culturally responsive curriculum that connects mathematics to students' lived experiences and utilizes diverse problem-solving approaches
Inspire students to wrestle with challenging problems and think critically about multiple solution pathways
Demonstrate infectious enthusiasm for mathematics that instills confidence and meaningful engagement in all learners
Meet weekly with your principal and instructional coach to analyze student work samples and assessment data to drive instruction
Learn and apply differentiation strategies that ensure every student can access and excel in mathematics
Develop positive relationships with students to make them feel seen, valued, and heard in your classroom
Partner with families to ensure adequate resources and support are available for each child's learning journey
Serve as an exemplar of our core values while actively supporting student progress through school-wide initiatives
Collaborate with your grade level team to set academic objectives and implement effective teaching techniques
Create a classroom culture where mathematical discourse and mistake-making are celebrated as learning opportunities
Use real-world applications to help students understand the relevance of mathematical concepts in their daily lives