New York, New York
San Jose, California
Posted: 20-Jan-26
Location: CHARLOTTE, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
Categories:
CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
Position Title: Middle School, Math Instructor
Department: Middle School
Reports To: Head of the Middle School
FLSA: Exempt
Mission Statement
Through excellence in education, Charlotte Country Day School develops the potential of each student by fostering intellectual curiosity, principled character, ethical leadership, and a responsibility to serve.
Overview
Charlotte Country Day School (Country Day) is one of the largest independent, co-educational schools in the Charlotte area and one of the 15 largest in the continental United States. Enrollment is very strong, and the school is thriving. Highly regarded for the rigor of its academic program and the breadth of its offerings in the arts, athletics, community service, and leadership, Country Day is noteworthy for a long tradition of positioning itself at the forefront of curricular innovation.
A strong, forward-thinking institution, Country Day offers every child a chance to shine. The school is a diverse, inclusive community with strong academic and co-curricular programs designed for students to learn to think critically, act respectfully, and show sensitivity to the feelings and needs of others. The unique curriculum offered by Country Day prepares and strengthens students for participation in their local and global communities. With its focus on diversity, service, global study, and technology, Country Day positions students for future success in an ever-changing world. Country Day is committed to living as an authentic, inclusive community. Our pursuit of this commitment to community recognizes and affirms the richness brought by difference and discovered through commonality.
POSITION PURPOSE: The Middle School Mathematics Instructor is responsible for preparing curriculum, teaching Math at the Middle School level, and creating a dynamic learning environment for students in the class.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
- Manage the classroom to ensure successful learning for every student
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Teach the curriculum reflecting knowledge of the subject matter and of specific learning styles of your students
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods. (iPad)
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions or activities
- Utilizes up-to-date technology into lesson plans and classroom management
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Compile, evaluate and/or grade students' class work reflecting learning styles of students
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
- Maintain contact with students and parents with effective and regular communication
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of curricula, course materials and methods of instruction.
- Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of middle school programs.
- Maintain expertise in field through ongoing professional development demonstrating a commitment to field of study, knowledge of learning styles, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB) work
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Other duties as assigned include that of advisor to a small group of students within a grade level
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate work in Math, Education, or a related subject area.
- Teaching Experience
- Significant experience teaching Math, preferably to middle-school students.
- Experience coaching or leading clubs is considered a plus
- Communication Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Instructional Technology
- Understanding of instructional technology and its integration into curriculum design and classroom practice.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume, and list of references with telephone numbers via the Employment Portal at https://www.charlottecountryday.org/employment. Review of materials and initial interviews will begin as applications are received. References will only be contacted for applicants that advance in the process.
This position will be open until filled.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CCDS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. CCDS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.