Details
Posted: 25-Jan-23
Location: Greenwich, Connecticut
Type: Full Time
Salary: Dependent on experience
Categories:
Math
Summer Position
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Mission: REACH Prep provides access to transformative educational experiences that empower underserved, high-achieving students to graduate from top colleges and emerge as the next generation of leaders.
Prep Academy Summer 2023 Mathematics Teacher
REACH Prep is currently seeking an experienced independent school educator to teach mathematics to rising sixth graders at its Summer Prep Academy located at The Greenwich Country Day School beginning June 2023. As members of our hardworking team of teachers and administrators, Prep Academy prepares highly talented and motivated students for entry into independent schools and, ultimately, matriculation to and graduation from college. REACH Prep’s curriculum seeks to improve
students’ mathematical skills and to build a strong foundation for the rigorous academic environment of independent schools. The rising sixth graders will continue with Algebra and explore basic Geometry. The curriculum is rigorous; however, there is flexibility to make modifications. This role is suited for someone who cares deeply about education and wants to make a tangible and positive difference in the lives of children.
The Summer Mathematics Teacher will be responsible for a variety of tasks and projects, including the following:
- Teach two sections of mathematics courses for rising sixth-grade students, including planning, assessment, and reporting at the mid-point and end of the six-week program
- Support students during designated office hours
- Participate in our Pre-Prep Academy sessions on Saturday, June 10th and Saturday, June 24th, 8:30am - 1pm.
- Communicate with parents, students, and colleagues.
- Engage in weekly program-wide faculty meetings; give updates on all students
- Lead a club of elective: faculty are no required to lead an afternoon club/elective; the ability to do so would be an asset and participation is strongly encouraged.
Qualifications and Eligibility:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Ability to teach middle school level Pre-algebra, Algebra I, and Geometry.
Ability to connect with students at the late elementary school/early middle school level - Relevant experience teaching and assessing student learning in Grade 6.
- Currently employed as a Mathematics or STEAM teacher at an independent/private school.
- Strong candidates have a minimum of three years teaching experience or demonstrated professional competency.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity
- Personal traits appropriate for nurturing the growth of children: must be energetic, creative, flexible, patient, and have a sense of humor
Schedule:
June 24 - August 3, 2023 Monday to Friday, with two Pre-Prep Academy sessions on Saturday, June 10 and Saturday, June 24
About REACH Prep
Since 1994 REACH Prep has helped motivated and talented Black and Latinx students from underserved communities in Fairfield and Westchester Counties and the Bronx gain admission to and thrive in competitive independent schools. Upon placement, students benefit from a twelve-year educational continuum, including comprehensive academic enrichment, leadership training, and supplementary individual and family guidance, which prepares them to succeed at competitive colleges. REACH Prep accepts a small cohort of students during their fourth grade year and supports them through graduation from college.
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