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Middle School Math Teacher

George Walton Academy (GWA) provides challenging instruction, engaging experiences, and global perspectives designed to inspire lives of intellectual curiosity, integrity, and purpose. GWA is an independent, Pre-K-12, independent, college-preparatory school located on 61 beautiful acres in Monroe, Georgia, less than one hour from the state capitol of Atlanta.

George Walton Academy seeks an engaging, energetic Middle School Math teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Reporting to the Upper School Division Head, the teacher will work closely with the Math department and Upper School faculty, with an emphasis on collaborating with colleagues to create interdisciplinary and engaging experiences for students.

Responsibilities

• Teach six classes and possess the ability and skills to successfully teach math to 6th-8th grade students
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
• Create and sustain a positive classroom culture, based on the mission and values of the school
• Stay current on latest research in math education and employ evidence-based practices to facilitate deep conceptual understanding as well as procedural fluency
• Observe/evaluate/assess students' development and maintain accurate records regarding student progress and areas of growth
• Contribute to the cohesion, continuity and rigor of the math department
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students
• Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials and resources as needed to meet differentiated student needs and varying levels of progress inside and outside of the classroom
• Communicate openly, timely and supportively with students, staff, parents and other stakeholders regarding student achievement and progress
• Complete additional duties as assigned

Exceptional Candidates Will

• Demonstrate an approachable, consistent, transparent, supportive and good-humored posture
• Communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues and individuals inside and outside the school
• Demonstrate a passion for sharing best practice pedagogy in the field, especially inquiry based curricula
• Be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning
• Possess a philosophy of education that aligns with the school's mission and vision
• Possess international experience, either through teaching, working, or studying

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's Degree preferred
• 3+ years of middle school teaching experience, preferably within independent schools
• Experience with a broad range of instructional practices