The Madeira School is seeking a Math and Physics teacher starting in August 2026.  Previous experience teaching some upper-level math (AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, and/or Multivariable Calculus) is strongly preferred.  Previous experience teaching Physics and/or AP Physics is strongly preferred. 

Position Responsibilities

• Manage a full-time faculty load that will include a combination of teaching, facilitate one season of the Science Olympiad after-school activity, and participate in collaboration and on campus professional development.
• Apply principles of student-oriented learning when developing curriculum and assessing student learning.
• Develop a classroom culture that is inclusive, safe, joyful, and fosters a sense of belong for students of all identities and backgrounds.
• Work collaboratively with a team of faculty, colleagues, administrators and parents.
• Maintain accurate student records such as grades and comments and communicate such data in accordance with the Academic Calendar and School expectations.
• Perform all duties associated with advising including participation in the first-year advisor orientation program and serving as an advisor in subsequent years.

Requirements

• Teaching experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience writing and designing curriculum preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate growth mindset, optimism, and a belief that all students can learn.
• Self-starter with the ability to innovate and think creatively about education.
• Ability to inspire students and encourage creative thinking.
• Ability to and interest in contributing to the school outside one’s academic department including to the activities program, residential program, and interdisciplinary offerings.
• Ability to use, adapt, and introduce a wide variety of technology tools to support and deepen student learning.

About The Madeira School

Founded in 1906, The Madeira School is one of the nations’ top secondary schools for girls. Located just outside Washington DC, Madeira enrolls approximately 330 boarding and daygirls in grades 9-12. The school has a long tradition of rigorous academics and one of the country’s oldest Experiential Learning programs, currently known as Co-Curriculum. As an all-girls college preparatory boarding and day school, The Madeira School is dedicated to providing girls with a top-notch education and the skills to lead lives of their own making. At Madeira, you will find an extraordinary faculty that engage and challenge the minds of our students.

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