Upper School Math Teacher (Plus 1 Computer Science), Livingston

Upper School Math Teacher (Plus 1 Computer Science)

71 Days Old

Newark Academy is seeking a dynamic math teacher to join our Math Department for the 2025-26 school year. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching mathematics and the flexibility to teach one section of computer science. The candidate should have a demonstrated capacity to embrace student-centered, skills-focused and culturally competent practices. The Math Department faculty is focused on encouraging inquiry and application as well as sharing the love of programming and systems with students. Faculty are encouraged to be involved in the life of the school through clubs, activities and athletics.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience teaching math middle school, upper school, or higher education settings. Professionals in industry or related fields or with non-traditional paths to education are also encouraged to apply.
Experience teaching computer science or supporting computer science or programming clubs. Computer Science topics for one section may include but are limited to: JAVA, System Fundamentals, Computer Organization, Networks, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving and Programming, and Object Oriented Programming
Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree is preferred
Experience working with and supporting a diverse community of students, parents and colleagues
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Experience working in independent schools is preferred but not required
Flexibility to work on a rotating block schedule; classes do not run at the same time each day

Responsibilities:

Create a positive, student-centered environment and work collegially with peers
Prepare lessons to deliver to assigned classes (Computer Science I and IB Computer Science)
Participate in school-sponsored IB training, if needed
Meet school guidelines regarding grading, recordkeeping and use of the learning management system to post timely information about classes
Participate in school-wide activities such as workshops, special events and professional meetings
Engage in the life of Newark Academy

About Newark Academy
Located 35 miles from Manhattan in the town of Livingston, New Jersey, Newark Academy provides students in grades 6-12 with the knowledge and skills to become meaningful contributors to their communities and the wider world. Newark Academy cultivates a diverse school community and is committed to fostering and maintaining a caring and inclusive environment that thrives on intellectual, social-emotional and relational interactions. Its faculty is highly regarded in the New Jersey independent school community for its especially effective combination of teaching that embraces rigor and compassion.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Newark Academy seeks and celebrates diversity in its faculty, staff and student body. In admission and employment practices, scholarship aid and educational programs, Newark Academy upholds applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination.

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Location:: Livingston