Upper School Mathematics Teacher

Job Details

: Full-Time, 10-month position

Start Date: August 2026

Schedule: Standard school day

Reports To: Head of Upper School

You will 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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)

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)

• 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

• 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

• 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, Geo Gebra, Delta Math, graphing calculators)

• 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

• Structured teaching load with built-in planning time
• Clear schedule for tutorials and advisory
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Build relationships with students through our advisory system
• Watch your students grow as thinkers, leaders, and people of character
• Be part of a school community guided by purpose, belonging, faith, and love

True to our core value of Belonging, The Lovett School is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse faculty and staff that reflects the world our students will inherit. We actively seek candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about our mission to develop students of honor, faith, and wisdom. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and post-offer drug screening.