Upper School – Mathematics Teacher

Upper School – Upper Level Mathematics:

Algebra I, Geometry, Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry

This is a salaried, exempt position with a 10-month work schedule and may be part-time or full-time if
paired with other teaching duties. A full-time exempt position reflects the base standard hours of 7:45 a.m.
to 4:00 p.m. daily. This position also requires attendance at regular staff meetings, professional development
sessions, and after hours parent teacher conferences. Course assignments and additional duties will be
determined based on the needs of the institution. The mathematics teacher will report to the Principal.

Position Overview
The mathematics teacher is responsible for the educational leadership of students in a teacher-led
classroom. He will implement the Hillsdale K-12 curriculum, understand the principles of classical
pedagogy, and demonstrate a commitment to the educational achievement for all students through the
consistent use of best practices in instruction and assessment. All faculty and staff work collaboratively to
ensure that the classroom and school culture is thoughtfully ordered and intentionally crafted to develop
moral and intellectual virtue.

Teachers’ essential duties and responsibilities are as follows:
● Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to classical education as embodied in the mission and philosophy
of Columbus Classical Academy and consistently develop, foster, and advance these concepts in students
● Demonstrate an understanding and mastery of essential curricular concepts, tools of inquiry, and the structure of
mathematics education, effectively transmitting this knowledge to students
● Develop and maintain a classroom culture characterized by the seven classical virtues: fortitude, prudence, justice,
temperance, faith, hope, and charity
● Develop and implement a strategic planning system, including course lesson plans, by utilizing the Hillsdale K-12
Program Guide and curricula assigned under the leadership of the Principal
● Use formal and informal assessment strategies to gauge mastery and inform instruction
● Demonstrate effective daily time management and maintain the pace of the curriculum
● Engage every student in grade level-appropriate learning that promotes intellectual and moral development
● Use a multi-sensory approach to learning
● Provide students and parents with timely data for improvement in student achievement
● Demonstrate respect for students, parents, colleagues, school leaders, and community members by engaging in
thoughtful and collaborative dialogue
● Use classroom processes that support effective teaching and learning
● Model and reinforce good judgment, self-discipline, and responsibility
● Manage student misconduct promptly and resolving conflict and crises effectively
● Assist the Principal in inventorying non-consumable materials annually
● Perform other related duties as assigned (e.g., lunch and/or recess monitoring, car line duty, and morning or afternoon
duties)

Qualifications
A Columbus Classical Academy mathematics teacher shall be a knowledgeable, responsible individual
who is an effective communicator, problem-solver, and self-directed and lifelong learner. This teacher
interacts joyfully and meaningfully with students, parents, and colleagues.

Further qualifications for candidates include:
● Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in mathematics or another related field
● Ability to demonstrate, uphold, and promote in daily interactions a commitment to Columbus Classical
Academy’s mission, including moral character and civic virtue
Additionally, strong candidates will:
● Understand the tenets of a classical, liberal arts education
● Understand and/or have experience teaching Singapore Math

Application Process
Teacher applicants must submit the following to Mr. Daniel Gibson, Head of School
(dgibson@columbusclassical.org):
● Cover letter which outlines your interest in teaching at Columbus Classical Academy, specifies which grade
level(s) and/or content areas you are applying to teach, and indicates your salary requirements
● Resume/Curriculum Vitae
● Statement of your Educational Philosophy (500 words or fewer)
● Three professional (or academic, if a recent graduate) references, including email address and phone
number for each reference
● Optional, but encouraged: A sample of your original academic or professional writing

Compensation, Benefits, & Hiring
Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits offered for full-time
employees include health benefits, 403(b), paid vacation, personal days, and paid holidays. Children will
receive enrollment priority if a parent is a full-time employee at the time of enrollment. All employees
will be required to pass background checks.

Columbus Classical Academy does not unlawfully discriminate in employment, recruitment,
advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions
of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, biological sex, age,
national origin (ancestry), disability, military status, or for any other unlawful discriminatory reason.