Teacher (Math)

Sacred Heart University • Fairfield, CT

1d • $56,950 - $67,000

About The Position

The Teacher provides high-quality, student-focused mathematics instruction to high school students at Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University. The role includes planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and supporting students’ academic and personal growth. Teachers contribute to the school’s mission and Catholic identity and foster a positive, inclusive, respectful learning environment.

The position includes classroom instruction and management, student support, curriculum collaboration, communication with families and colleagues, professional development, and participation in school and community activities. Teachers are expected to support students through regular consultation, keep accurate records, participate in school events and extracurricular activities, and integrate Catholic teachings and values into their work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or in the specific subject area being taught (Mathematics).
• Valid teaching certification or licensure, including state or subject-specific certification where applicable.
• Strong knowledge of mathematics and the ability to communicate subject matter clearly to students.
• Passion for teaching and supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Effective classroom management skills and the ability to maintain a positive, respectful learning environment.
• Enthusiasm for engaging students in classroom and extracurricular activities.
• Proficiency in educational technology to enhance instruction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills for lesson planning, instruction, and assessment.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, staff, and administrators.
• Commitment to fostering a Catholic environment of respect, faith, and service and to the mission and values of Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to teach students with a variety of needs and at different levels.
• Must be lawfully authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• At least 1–3 years of high school teaching experience; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons aligned with academic standards and learning objectives for mathematics.
• Provide engaging, differentiated instruction adapted to students’ diverse learning styles and needs.
• Incorporate technology and other resources into lessons to support student engagement and learning.
• Encourage critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and student participation.
• Assess student understanding, provide constructive feedback, and support student growth.
• Create and maintain a positive, disciplined, respectful classroom environment, establish behavioral expectations, and manage classroom behavior.
• Take attendance and report absences to the office; provide lesson plans for class coverage when absent.
• Support students’ academic and personal development through guidance, encouragement, and feedback.
• Meet with students and communicate with parents about academic progress, concerns, and improvement strategies; provide regular after-school consultation opportunities.
• Identify students needing additional support and coordinate with counselors, Learning Center staff, or other resources.
• Administer comprehensive exams or approved summative projects at the end of each semester, devote in-class time to review, and provide review materials.
• Assign an appropriate amount of homework, correct assignments, and post grades electronically in a timely manner while maintaining sufficiently detailed gradebooks.
• Participate in school-day community activities and school-sponsored extracurricular activities, such as clubs, sports, or student organizations.
• Participate in online learning days designated by the Principal by posting and grading assignments.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and align curriculum, share best practices, and support student learning across departments.
• Attend and actively participate in department and staff meetings, professional development, Back to School Night, parent conferences, and Open House.
• Maintain accurate, current student records, including grades, attendance, and behavior logs.
• Complete at least one outside professional development opportunity annually and stay current with educational practices, instructional strategies, and technology integration.
• Seek and implement feedback from colleagues and administrators to improve instructional effectiveness.
• Integrate Catholic teachings and values into classroom instruction and participate in the school’s spiritual life, including Masses, retreats, and prayer services, as applicable.
• Support Notre Dame Prep’s mission and foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment dedicated to each student’s growth.
• Work occasional evenings or weekends for school events, meetings, conferences, Open House, Baccalaureate Mass, graduation, and extracurricular activities; participate in field trips, retreats, and other school functions that may extend beyond regular hours.
• Arrive in the classroom 20 minutes before the school day begins and remain available for at least 30 minutes after the school day for student consultation; the workday may extend beyond 3:00 p.m. for occasional professional meetings.
• Complete fingerprint-supported and DCF/CPS background checks as a condition of employment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Other employee benefits, subject to position eligibility and applicable plan provisions

What This Job Offers

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