Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Mathematics Full-Time

ST. AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Office of Academics 

Job Posting for the 2023-2024 Academic Year

Title: Teacher of Mathematics

Full-Time High School Teaching Position


Requirements/Minimum Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in the subject area of Mathematics or Education is required.
  • A Master’s degree in the subject area of Mathematics or Education is desirable.
  • NJ Teacher Certification and/or prior secondary school teaching experience desirable.
  • Possesses excellent knowledge and understanding of a broad base of mathematical skills and content
  • Understand the adolescent learner
  • Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.   
  • Display the highest level of ethical and professional behavior and standards.


Functions of the Job: 

  • Understand the mission of the school and promote the Augustinian values of VERITAS (Truth), UNITAS (Unity), and CARITAS (Love) 
  • Support for the school’s Diversity, Equity Inclusion, and Belonging Initiative
  • Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.  
  • Develop units, lesson plans, and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures.  
  • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
  • Incorporate a variety of strategies to teach, assess, and promote effective upper-level math skills, critical thinking/analysis, and essential SAT/ACT-related skills to adolescent learners. 
  • Develop students’ theoretical and applied mathematical skills; encourages the development of problem-solving, logical reasoning, and flexible thinking skills
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.  
  • Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work.  
  • Observe, encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies.  
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.  
  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. 
  • Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school. 
  • Participate in department, division, school, and parent meetings.  Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.  
  • Interact with students in an extracurricular capacity such as coach/club moderator. 
  • Be flexible and energetic.


Please electronically submit the following to Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, Human Resources Director at (davis.elizabeth@hermits.com)
:

  • A cover letter indicating interest and detailing qualifications for the position
  • A brief personal statement  articulating a vision for the position
  • A current resume