Part-time Mathematics Teacher 

(January 2026 start)

Purpose

Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school in Western Maine and the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an innovative mathematics teacher beginning in January 2026. This part-time position involves teaching during Semester II and May Term.  (The last three weeks of each school year are a stand-alone period called May Term, during which teachers offer non-traditional courses that focus on experiential learning or using knowledge in new contexts.)  

Essential Job Functions

• Teach three sections of Algebra I in Semester II
• Teach two May Term classes
• Serve as an advisor for a group of 12-15 students 

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

• A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy
• Ability to work with, encourage, and inspire students to seek continuous growth
• A willingness to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and with a variety of abilities
• An understanding of how students learn
• Ability and desire to plan high-quality instruction, assess student learning, reflect on pedagogical effectiveness, and adjust approach as needed
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards
• Basic computer literacy skills

Qualifying Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and developed, varied strategies for teaching mathematics. 
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in various educational settings.
• Experience working with students outside the classroom (e.g., tutoring, coaching, residential life or camp experience, activity advising) is a plus.
• All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Fryeburg Academy

Fryeburg Academy is an independent secondary school that serves a widely diverse population of local day students and boarding students from across the nation and around the world. The Academy believes that a strong school community provides the best conditions for learning and growth. Therefore, we strive to create a supportive school environment that promotes respect, tolerance, and cooperation, and prepares students for responsible citizenship. Within this context, the Academy’s challenging and comprehensive academic program, enriched by a varied co-curriculum, provides the knowledge and skills necessary for success in higher education and the workplace.

Connections working at Fryeburg Academy