Upper School Mathematics Teacher (2026–2027)

Classification: Full-Time, 10-month position
Start Date: August 2026
Schedule: Standard school day
Reports To: Head of Upper School

What You Will Teach

You'll teach a range of mathematics courses for grades 9-12, with opportunities to:

• Design engaging lessons that make abstract concepts come alive
• Teach courses aligned with your strengths and interests
• Create a learning environment where all students feel they belong in mathematics

Your teaching load: 2-3 course preparations, 4 sections of 15-18 students each, with 3 planning periods built into your schedule.

What You'll Do (Beyond The Classroom)

At Lovett, we believe in educating the whole student - and that means teachers play multiple meaningful roles:

Be a Mentor and Advisor

• Serve as an advisor to approximately 10 students (grades 9-12), providing a sustained adult relationship throughout their high school journey
• Meet with your advisory daily to open school, creating a sense of belonging and community
• Provide primary academic advising and serve as the main point of contact for parents
• Lead student-parent conferences each mid-semester

Contribute To School Life

• Participate in the vibrant life of our campus through athletics, fine arts, clubs, or other Upper School activities
• Collaborate with colleagues in department, team, and grade-level meetings
• Attend assemblies, chapels, and school events with your advisory
• Offer afternoon tutorials (Monday-Thursday) and optional morning sessions to support student learning

Engage With Families

• Provide regular, meaningful feedback to students and clear communication with parents
• Write thoughtful mid-semester comments for every student
• Participate in evening and weekend events (parent nights, admission open houses, graduation ceremonies)

Who We're Looking For

 You Have:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with significant coursework in mathematics or a related field (Master's preferred)
• A passion for teaching adolescents and helping them develop mathematical thinking
• Commitment to designing curriculum and assessments that reach diverse learners (academically, culturally, racially, religiously)

Teaching Philosophy:

• You believe in the power of belonging - that every student can succeed in mathematics with the right support
• You balance care and compassion with challenge and accountability
• You design purposeful, multi-modal instruction that engages different types of learners
• You reflect on student feedback and continuously improve your practice

Professional Qualities:

• Excellent communication skills to connect with students, parents, and colleagues
• Self-directed and organized, able to manage concurrent responsibilities with grace
• Collaborative spirit - you thrive working with a teaching team and following through on shared plans
• Growth mindset - you're committed to ongoing professional development and cultural competence
• Professionalism and reliability - you model the character we hope to develop in students

Bonus Points If You:

• Have coaching experience or want to lead/assist with athletics at any level
• Are interested in sponsoring student clubs or leadership groups
• Want to participate in travel programs or experiential learning opportunities
• Are proficient with modern math teaching tools (Desmos, GeoGebra, DeltaMath, graphing calculators)

Why You'll Love Teaching at Lovett

A Supportive, Collaborative Culture:

• Work alongside passionate educators who genuinely care about students and each other
• Benefit from strong departmental collaboration and mentorship
• Participate in meaningful professional development during the school year and summer

Work-Life Balance:

• Structured teaching load with built-in planning time
• Clear schedule for tutorials