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The Peak School

Upper School Math Teacher Job Description

The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in the high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way.  With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum. 

The Peak School is seeking a full-time upper school mathematics teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.  

• The selected candidate should expect to teach 4 sections total plus electives. 
•  They will be expected to teach 3 sections of mathematics, across a cohesive curriculum that includes algebra, geometry, basic probability and statistics, and discrete topics which may also include pre-calculus or calculus.  The remaining fourth section will be a physics course. 
• The average total number of students taught in core classes by this position is 35.

To Apply:  Interested candidates must provide: a resume, cover letter, and at least three references with contact information. References will not be contacted until a candidate moves further on in the process. Send to: Travis Aldrich, Head of School, travis.aldrich@thepeakschool.education with “Math Position” in the Subject line. (No phone calls please).

Starting Salary: $47,000  - $55,000

Offer of employment will be contingent upon a successful background check.   It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

The following is meant to describe duties, expectations, and teaching assignments.   It is not all-inclusive and may change during the course of the year.  In general, teachers are expected to do things that fall within the norms of teaching at an independent school and which are reasonably requested by the Head of School.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Interest in and demonstrated skill in working with middle and high school students 
• A shared commitment to an inclusive community, and respect for differences
• Willingness to embrace and engage our Outdoor Education program
• Convey patience and empathy with adolescents
• Demonstrate fluency with academic technology that advances learning for students and a willingness to integrate technology into classroom experiences.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the subject area and possess an understanding of current teaching pedagogies.
• A growth mindset, active sense of humor, warm personality, and excellent organizational and communication skills.
•  A successful applicant will enjoy the process of constructing and sharing original course materials and have an interest in incorporating technology and creating authentic problem-solving into the classroom. 

About The Peak School

The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way. With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum.

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