Upper School Math Teacher (2023-2024)

Full-Time, 10 months, Exempt

Key School seeks a full-time Upper School Math teacher for the 2023-2024 academic year. Primary responsibilities include teaching four sections of Math (two-three preparations). In addition, this position would include a role as an Advisor to a group of 8-10 students and supporting our student-led activity program.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Math colleagues in the Upper School and other divisions
• Perform duties such as study hall, library proctor, etc.
• Teach four sections of Upper School Math, including an Upper School course offered to 8th graders
• Advise a group of 8-10 students

The Ideal Candidate Possesses the Following Characteristics:

• Culturally competent with the versatility to work with a diverse group of students
• Accessible and responsive; serves others through collaborative problem-solving and openness to new ideas
• Educational background in Math and experience teaching Math at the Upper School level
• A self-starter with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, parents, staff, and colleagues
• Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Google Classroom) and ability to create and leverage engaging multimedia content as digital tools for collaboration
• Commitment to Key School’s Mission and values
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish trust and credibility

Qualifications:

• Two to three years of classroom teaching experience
• Bachelor's degree; Master’s degree preferred

Physical Requirements:

The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Daily desk work, including significant amounts of telephone and computer time; as part of daily routines, the ability to move around a mid-size campus with uneven pavement and manage stairs; frequent walking inside and outside responding to campus issues and/or checking on various departmental progress.

Compensation/Benefits:

Key School offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, a generous 403(b) Plan, and much more.

Technical Competencies:

All candidates for teaching positions should be familiar with learning management systems such as Google Classroom and have the ability to create and deliver engaging multimedia content using a variety of digital tools. Key is a Google Workspace for Education school. Candidates should be proficient in using Google applications, have a solid understanding of cloud-based storage and file-sharing platforms, and efficiently manage email and scheduling using Gmail and Google Calendar. They should be proficient in virtual communication tools such as Zoom or Google meet and have basic troubleshooting skills to resolve common technical issues that may arise in the classroom.

Work Schedule/Travel:

Occasionally, there may be business and school functions that will require your presence to work flexible hours, including nights and/or weekends and travel outside of Annapolis.

About the School

Founded in 1958 by professors from St. John's College, Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory program on its picturesque 15-acre campus 4 miles from downtown Annapolis.

Key School is a dynamic, tight-knit community deeply committed to ensuring students are supported and challenged to excel educationally and personally and be confident, courageous, critical thinkers prepared to engage with the world. Our Community is as diverse as it is warm and welcoming.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:

Key is particularly interested in candidates with experience in creating inclusive school settings and who are culturally responsive. We are seeking candidates with a commitment to educational equity and justice. We learn and grow both as individuals and as a school community when students and adults of diverse backgrounds, abilities and identities develop an understanding of and respect for our commonalities and differences. Together, we have created a community that reflects diversity across a broad spectrum and will help fulfill Key’s promise to prepare our students for the challenges and responsibilities they will assume in an increasingly connected yet diverse and pluralistic world. The diverse student body is 39% students of color, and 32% of our students receive financial aid to create a socioeconomically diverse community. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Key.

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, completed application, and three professional references by selecting the link.