Kehillah in Palo Alto, California is seeking a dedicated, innovative, experienced Mathematics teacher to join our dynamic teaching community, on a full-time basis, starting in August 2025 before the start of the 2025-2026 school year.
As a mathematics teacher at Kehillah, you will have the opportunity to shape the minds of our students and foster a love for mathematics from Algebra 1 through Calculus and beyond. We embrace diversity in all its forms, welcoming students of various backgrounds, religious beliefs, and perspectives. Our students thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment that encourages personal growth and self-discovery. Join us in our commitment to academic excellence, character development, and creating a nurturing and inclusive environment. All classes are taught in person on our Palo Alto campus.
At Kehillah, we strive for excellence in education, promote inclusivity, and celebrate the unique qualities of each student. Join our supportive teaching community, embrace collaboration and innovative pedagogy, and contribute to the academic and personal growth of our students. If you are passionate about mathematics education and dedicated to creating a positive impact on the lives of students, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
MATHEMATICS COURSE OFFERINGS AT KEHILLAH INCLUDE:
- Algebra I
- Geometry [ Regular + Honors]
- Algebra 2 / Trigonometry [ Regular + Honors ]
- Accelerated Algebra 2 / Trigonometry Honors + PreCalculus Honors
- PreCalculus [ Regular + Honors ]
- Calculus
- Calculus AB
- Calculus BC
- Multivariable Calculus [Advanced topic course]
- Linear Algebra [Advanced topic course]
DIVERSITY AND BELONGING
We believe our strength lies in our diversity and our commitment to creating spaces of belonging for all who join us. Through belonging, our students and faculty find themselves and others, recognizing the unique contributions each person can make to healing our world. Our belief in the interconnectedness and value of all human beings compels us to work individually and collectively towards equity and social justice. We are committed to building a society that appreciates and celebrates differences as well as a society that empathetically confronts the ways individuals, institutions, and systems have oppressed others based on gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, disability, and other aspects of identity. We believe that it is only by clearly understanding the past and the present of these dynamics that our community members will develop the capacity to help create a better future for all. We acknowledge that this work is ongoing and ever evolving.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The salary range is between $80,000 and $116,000, based on years of teaching experience. Kehillah offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes free HMO medical or employer-subsidized PPO plans, free dental and vision, EAP, retirement planning, life insurance, short and long-term disability, gym membership, free lunch, and more!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Curriculum Development and Instruction: Develop and implement engaging lesson plans for up to five classes that align with curricular standards and facilitate active learning. Develop and maintain scope and sequence. Create clear objectives and utilize relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction, adapting teaching strategies to meet the unique needs of each student.
- Assessment and Reporting: Assign and evaluate classwork and exams, providing timely feedback to students and communicating progress to parents and colleagues. Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other required documentation using platforms such as PowerSchool and Schoology.
- Collaboration and Professional Development: Collaborate with colleagues to evaluate and revise curricula, course content, and materials. Contribute to departmental and staff meetings, initiatives, and extracurricular activities. Actively participate in a year-long professional growth plan to continue refining your teaching practice.
- Classroom Management: Utilize effective classroom management techniques, both in-person and in virtual settings, to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, and individuality in all students, guiding their behavior towards success.
- Student Support and Advising: Guide student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, and individuality in all students. Actively participate in the Confidential Kehillah Student Education Plan when needed, implementing strategies to support student progress. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students; be flexible if sharing a classroom. Chaperone school events and class trips, as assigned.