Upper School Mathematics Teacher
St. Luke’s School, a secular (non-religious), college-preparatory day school serving grades 5 through 12, seeks an exceptional educator to join its Upper School Math Department. A successful candidate will join a Mathematics Department known for the extraordinary commitment of its teachers. Whether the content is Algebra I or Multivariable Calculus, our Math teachers put students first. It’s the culture of the Department that any teacher will meet individually with any student for extra help, even if they’re not teaching the student that year. The Department uses a range of instructional methods, including direct instruction, group work, inquiry-based, and flipped classrooms; the practices in Building Thinking Classrooms inform the department’s approach. This is also a Department that embraces what Seymour Papert has called “hard fun.” The St. Luke’s Math Team participates in all Fairfield County math meets and also has social outings. Joining this Department means joining an ongoing conversation about how best to teach math, and how to do it in a way that inspires more hard fun.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Teach full-time course load of four Upper School classes, most likely Algebra II with Trigonometry and/or Precalculus.
- Participate in an after-school activity for three seasons (athletic coaching preferred).
- Staff the Math Lab 3 periods/week, helping students from all math courses on a drop-in basis (additional stipend provided).
- Serve as co-advisor for a group of 6 to 8 students.
- Assist with supervisory duties such as lunchroom supervision and chaperoning events.
Key Skills and Qualities:
- Strong math teaching background grounded in current pedagogy
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills with an ability to keep students on pace
- Excited to teach students at all levels of high school math
- Eager to collaborate with department members teaching the same course
- Strong cultural competency skills, with demonstrated commitment to furthering an equitable and inclusive school community
- Eagerness to develop student agency through meaningful learning experiences
- Dedication to cultivating a sense of belonging in students by building trusting relationships
- Experience providing clear and actionable feedback to students, grounded in a growth mindset
- Desire to continue growing professionally
Located in New Canaan, Connecticut, St. Luke’s attracts families from 25 towns throughout Connecticut and New York. A combination of challenging academics and truly exceptional community support distinguishes St. Luke’s and encourages our students to go above and beyond their own expectations. The school offers an inclusive environment where differences in race, culture, and personal beliefs are embraced as assets that enhance education. St. Luke’s prides itself on being a forward-thinking school where students hone their own distinct leadership skills - developing a strong moral compass, the commitment to serve, and the confidence to lead.
St. Luke’s School is an equal opportunity employer. St. Luke’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law with regard to hiring, terms and conditions of employment or educational programs. We strive to provide a welcoming educational environment where the value and dignity of every member is respected.