Christina Seix Academy, an independent Pre-K to 8th grade boarding school, is seeking an experienced Math educator for the 2026-2027 school year. Our purpose is to empower extraordinary young people to grow "From Potential to Achievement” by addressing the systemic educational and other barriers that have historically held back children from marginalized communities. We are proud to employ a culturally diverse faculty that is reflective of our diverse student population.

The 5th & 6th Grade Math Teacher would work with the Senior Director of Academic Programs and other instructional team members to create a nurturing and effective learning community, utilizing our 70 acre campus and state of the art facilities. On campus housing is available for this position, and is one of the many unique benefits we offer (see below for additional details).

Job responsibilities will include:

Academic

• Provide mathematics instruction to 5th- and 6th-grade students in small-group settings (10–12 students) across four class periods each day.
• Work as part of the academic team to support programmatic duties including, but not limited to, lunch, recess, Advisory, and Before Care with students.
• Learn and implement the curriculum for assigned grade level(s);
• Research and create lessons that complement/supplement the curriculum;
• Track and assess student academic progress and attendance;
• Individualize instruction to help each student achieve curricular objectives;
• Provide students and caregivers with regular feedback regarding student performance and progress;
• Generate informal and formal reports regarding student performance and progress;
• Prepare students for formative and summative assessments;
• Integrate and manipulate technology;

School Culture

• Create positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment with high “joy-factor” so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellence;
• Set and hold students to extremely high academic and behavioral standards;
• Develop strong partnerships with families to ensure student success;
• Build rapport with students both inside and outside of class;
• Assume responsibility for every single scholar’s success by holding all students accountable during transitions, meals, trips, and other learning opportunities;
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a rigorous, joyful, and safe environment across the entire campus;
• Participate in school-wide events, including committees, celebratory moments, athletic and parent facing events;
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to support various aspects of the school community beyond classroom responsibilities, embracing the ethos of "the village", by contributing to extracurricular activities, school events, and collaborative initiatives, as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• On campus housing with relocation assistance
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance at no cost
• 401k with employer match
• 10 PTO days and 5 sick leave days (in addition to all holidays, Summer/Winter/Spring breaks, and other miscellaneous school closures)
• 4 Wellness Days off
• Free meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

• Free take home dinner for family members
• Regular, in house professional development
• Additional professional development assistance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave

Physical and Emotional Demands:  Work is active; it may require long periods of standing and walking, as well as occasional sitting, reaching at or above shoulder height, twisting, pushing/pulling and stooping/bending/lifting to perform activities with students and staff; must be able to work in an open-concept environment where noise and other activities may at times interfere with concentration. Must be able to alter plans/routines when unexpected, stressful situations and multiple interruptions occur without projecting stress/frustration that would adversely affect the work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Christina Seix Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, veteran or handicapped status in its hiring policies.

Other job titles for this position include: Middle School Math Teacher, Middle School Teacher, Upper Elementary Teacher, Intermediate School Teacher, Math Instructor, Math Educator, Middle School Educator, Middle School Instructor

Application Instructions:

Interested individuals please send resumes, cover letters, educational  philosophies and three professional references to both Cari Welsh, the Director of People Operations and Talent Development, at cwelsh@christinaseixacademy.org and Ivy Green Jones, Sr. Director of Academic Programs, at igjones@christinaseixacademy.org. For more information about Christina Seix Academy, you are encouraged to visit our website at www.christinaseixacademy.org.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Master’s in Education desirable, but not required
• Minimum of 3 successful years teaching required
• Bilingual desirable, but not required

Required Characteristics and Desired Traits:

• “Can do” attitude;
• Collaborative; open-minded, excited to work with others, willing to listen with the intent to learn, and receptive to lending and receiving feedback;
• Willing to adapt to changes in programs, strategic decisions, and scheduling;
• High emotional and social intelligence;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Highly professional in disposition, habits, and interpersonal skills;
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; 
• Ability to handle multiple projects and dynamic priorities without missing a beat;
• A highly curious individual with a growth mindset;
• Social justice minded individual committed to making a difference;
• Sustained commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

About Christina Seix Academy

The Christina Seix Academy is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit boarding Pre-K through 8th grade school serving children of single parent caregivers with acute financial need. Our vision as an organization is to provide a strong education, critical core values, and a safe environment, enabling students to become future leaders in their communities and beyond. The Academy is located in Trenton, New Jersey, approximately forty-five minutes from Philadelphia and one hour from New York City, and serves students within approximately 15 miles of campus, from Princeton to Pennsylvania. The Academy’s operational and educational philosophy places the school at the forefront of educational policy innovation. More information can be found at www.christinaseixacademy.org.

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