Middle/Upper School Math Teacher
George Walton Academy (GWA) provides challenging instruction, engaging experiences, and global perspectives designed to inspire lives of intellectual curiosity, integrity, and purpose. GWA is an independent, Pre-K-12, independent, college-preparatory school located on 61 beautiful acres in Monroe, Georgia, less than one hour from the state capitol of Atlanta.
George Walton Academy has plans to expand our math department and seeks engaging and energetic applicants. Reporting to the Associate Head of School for Academics, teachers will work closely with the math department and other faculty, with an emphasis on collaborating with colleagues to create interdisciplinary and engaging experiences for students.
Responsibilities
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
• Create and sustain a positive classroom culture, based on the mission and values of the school
• Stay current on latest research in mathematics education and employ evidence-based practices to facilitate deep conceptual understanding as well as procedural fluency
• Observe/evaluate/assess students’ development and maintain accurate records regarding student progress and areas of growth
• Contribute to the cohesion, continuity and rigor of the math department
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students
• Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials and resources as needed to meet differentiated student needs and varying levels of progress inside and outside of the classroom
• Communicate openly, timely and supportively with students, staff, parents and other stakeholders regarding student achievement and progress
• Complete additional duties as assigned
Exceptional Candidates Will
• Demonstrate an approachable, consistent, transparent, supportive and good-humored posture
• Communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the school
• Demonstrate a passion for sharing best practice pedagogy in the field, especially inquiry based curricula
• Be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning
• Possess a philosophy of education that aligns with the school’s mission and vision
• Possess international experience, either through teaching, working, or studying
Qualifications & Screening Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or related field required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Experience with a broad range of instructional practices
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Criminal background check
Please send resumes and cover letters to Associate Head of School for Academics, Femke Cote at fcote@gwa.com.