Annie Wright is seeking an Upper Schools (USs) Mathematics Teacher to begin on August 21, 2026. This is a full-time faculty position that reports directly to the Upper Schools Division Director.

Mission Statement

Annie Wright’s strong community cultivates individual learners to become well-educated, creative, and responsible citizens for a global society.

About AWS

Tradition meets innovation at Annie Wright Schools, where we honor our rich history and traditions, embrace the present, and continue always to move forward. Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools serve students from age three through high school. The Lower and Middle Schools offer co-ed programs in Preschool through Grade 8, while separate Upper Schools for boys and girls offer day and boarding options in Grades 9 through 12, welcoming students from Tacoma and around the world. We are proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School, delivering IB programs in every division.

Position Description

The Annie Wright Schools Mathematics department believes all students are mathematicians. The Upper Schools Math Teacher provides the highest quality mathematics education for all students appropriate to their intellectual maturity and course level. The USs Math Teacher aims to equip all students with a foundational understanding of mathematics so that should they choose, students are well-prepared to pursue a post-secondary degree in mathematics or other related field. Together with the Upper Schools Mathematics department faculty, the Math teacher accomplishes this through a deep commitment to excellent teaching, a well-designed curriculum, and a supportive environment for all students.

The Annie Wright Schools Math department’s main goal is for students to become better mathematical communicators. The USs Math Teacher helps students cultivate their mathematical communication by developing their problem-solving skills, analytical and quantitative reasoning skills, and understanding of mathematical concepts. The USs Math Teacher encourages students to be creators of mathematics by introducing mathematical reasoning and expecting them to take risks by being inquirers and formulating and testing conjectures. In both academic and co-curricular spaces, the Teacher is a mentor, a guide, and an advocate for student voice and exploration.

As a core member of the Upper Schools faculty, the Math Teacher works collaboratively with the Division Director and faculty to continuously assess the curriculum and review best practices, helps build a culture of inquiry anchored in playfulness and balance, and is integral in supporting and developing students that embody the school’s mission and vision.

As a member of the Schools’ Mathematics Department, the USs Math teacher is charged with collaborating with their departmental team and the Upper Schools’ Division Director. The Upper Schools Math teacher contributes to the development of students as creative thinkers and problem solvers, enabling them to become lifelong learners who are curious about understanding and improving the world through mathematics. The Math Teacher aspires to develop productive and positive mathematical identities in their students. The teacher works collaboratively with the other members of the Math Department to provide equitable, high-quality mathematics experiences that are rigorous, creative, and relevant to all of our students.

Position Overview: Duties and Responsibilities

The Upper Schools Mathematics Teacher:

• Implements curriculum based on best practices in teaching, student-centered instruction, and relevant educational technologies; 
• Reports to the Upper Schools Division Director;
• Teaches four or five Mathematics courses in alignment with the mission and philosophy of Annie Wright Schools and with the International Baccalaureate framework; 
• If teaching four sections, runs an after-school (s)Elective in an area of passion and/or expertise;
• Participates actively in after-school and extra-curricular programming along with other members of the faculty to understand students outside as well as inside the classroom;
• Fulfills all faculty duties, which can include serving as an advisor, and maintains good communication with families about student progress. 

Salary and Benefits

This position offers a salary range between $60,000 and $90,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits available to the hired candidate include the following, subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plan:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave (known as Wellness Days): Each regular full-time employee earns 80 hours of Wellness leave per accrual year
• Eighteen (18) paid Holidays in 2026
• Fifty percent (50%) Tuition remission in accordance with school policy. All fees and incidental expenses are the sole responsibility of the employee-parent
• All children of benefited employees of AWS, who are currently enrolled at AWS, are eligible for extended day services at no charge when school is in session. Charges apply for faculty in-service days or similar days  
• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 6% company match with a 3% employee contribution

Application process

Annie Wright Schools remain firmly committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Annie Wright shall hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. Annie Wright Schools are actively seeking to create a more culturally diverse school community and accordingly, applicants of color and underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

To apply, email a cover letter, resume, email, and telephone contact information for 3-5 professional references, and this completed and signed application, all in PDF format, to Mrs. Erin Gann, Executive Assistant to the Head of Schools, at erin_gann@aw.org. In accordance with Annie Wright Schools’ strategic focus on issues related to social justice, candidates should anticipate being asked to address how their past work, as well as future contributions, might serve to advance Annie Wright’s commitment to a more diverse and inclusive community. Applications for this position will be accepted until filled.

Qualifications

The USs Mathematics Teacher will demonstrate key elements of the listed expertise and experiences. This is an aspirational list and Annie Wright Schools encourages candidates to apply who may not currently possess, but are working on building, all of these qualities. The Upper Schools Mathematics Teacher:

• Holds a BA or BS in Mathematics or a related field; 
• Has experience as a teacher of Mathematics at the high school level and/or middle school;
• Is familiar with independent schools and/or the International Baccalaureate framework; 
• Is a strong communicator and empathetic listener;
• Is innovative;
• Is a mentor, a guide, and a team builder; 
• Demonstrates an ability to form authentic and appropriate relationships with high school students;
• Demonstrates proficiency in educational technologies;
• Practices cultural humility in personal interactions;
• And, is eligible to work in the United States. Note: Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods;
• Must be able to move comfortably around a classroom, accessing materials and assisting students as needed;
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with students, other teachers, and families. 
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 

About Annie Wright Schools

Tradition meets innovation at Annie Wright Schools, where we honor our rich history and traditions, embrace the present, and continue always to move forward. Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools serve students from age three through high school. The Lower and Middle Schools offer co-ed programs in Preschool through Grade 8, while separate Upper Schools for boys and girls offer day and boarding options in Grades 9 through 12, welcoming students from Tacoma and around the world. We are proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School, delivering IB programs in every division.

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