Job Description

Reports to:  Lower School Director

Job Summary: 

BB&N is seeking a part-time Lower School Mathematics Teacher for Grade 5. The role of the mathematics specialist is vital to the success of students’ mathematics achievement and the ongoing development of BB&N’s mathematics program. In this role, you will implement the mathematics curriculum and determine the appropriate pace and differentiation for each unit of study that will meet the needs of all learners based on assessments.

Having a deep knowledge of mathematics content at each grade level is a priority to support students' needs both in terms of enrichment and learning styles.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing the implementation of the mathematics curriculum. 

• Co-planning and possible co-teaching with the homeroom teacher and using different team teaching strategies to meet the needs of all learners.

• Collaborating with homeroom teachers on curriculum planning, setting expectations, assessing students’ achievement levels, and assigning students to individual or small group instruction. 

• Working with groups or individuals to provide differentiated instruction for specific lessons, skill sets, and/or units of study. 

• Monitoring the use of the Bridges In Mathematics curriculum materials, and ordering or procuring additional materials if deemed necessary.

• Work directly under the guidance of the Lower School Mathematics Coach/Coordinator. 

• Any additional responsibilities determined by the LS Director and Lower School Mathematics Coach/Coordinator as vital to the successful implementation of the mathematics curriculum. 

Skills and Competencies:

The ideal candidate should have teaching experience. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred.  In addition, the candidate should have a strong math background, knowledge of developmental age groups in grades B-6, in-depth knowledge of different learning styles, and experience coaching teachers to develop their ability to differentiate their math instruction. Due to the nature of the role, there are partnerships with many homeroom teachers collaboration, flexibility, and the ability to have courageous conversations with co-teachers are key skill sets for success. 

In addition, the candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Enjoys working with elementary students

• Excellent writing skills

• Warmth and a sense of humor

• Comfort with the independent school setting

• Ability to collaborate with colleagues

• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents

• Understand and exhibit high standards of professional conduct

• Curriculum design experience

• Commitment to working in and fostering an inclusive community

Salary: $67,500.00 - $100,146.00  prorated for a part-time rate

BB&N offers competitive salaries and benefits and employs equitable and consistent compensation practices. Our compensation strategy prioritizes equity of pay for faculty with similar years of teaching experience. Starting full-time salaries for the 2024-2025 school year typically range from a starting salary of $67,500 to the median 20-year teaching experience salary of $100,146.00  Both of these salaries are exclusive of additional compensation granted to faculty with relevant advanced degrees.  The starting salary for any hired candidate is based on experience within salary bands. 

To Apply:

Please visit the  Careers at BB&N page to complete your online application. Please upload your Cover Letter, Resume, Personal Statement, and/or Teaching Philosophy and Reference List. 

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any non-job related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage candidates of color and all diverse candidates to apply.

Buckingham Browne & Nichols Schools takes the health and safety of its community members very seriously. Because we serve students, we strongly encourage all employees to receive at least one of the Pfizer, or Moderna bivalent COVID-19 vaccines before commencing employment.

About Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Buckingham Browne & Nichols is a day school that engages students in grades Pre-K through 12 in a rich and invigorating educational experience of the highest quality. The school excels at helping students discover their unique talents and passions and develop those strengths to the fullest. The curriculum is challenging, forward-thinking, innovative, and flexible, designed to help qualified students, from a range of backgrounds and with a wide spectrum of talents and interests, reach new levels of accomplishment. Co-curricular opportunities in athletics, the arts, community service, and other areas add important dimensions to students’ learning. Students learn on three age and developmentally appropriate campuses. At every grade, BB&N takes full advantage of the range of opportunities its locations afford. BB&N is committed to becoming an anti-racist institution. This commitment is integral to the mission and vision of the School. BB&N’s mission is to promote scholarship, integrity, and kindness in diverse, curious, and motivated students. The School prepares students for lives of principled engagement in their communities and the world. ... At BB&N, we value a diverse and inclusive community that fosters respect for the identities and perspectives of all. The different perspectives and experiences of our students define the fabric of our community and contribute to the growth of the individuals who call BB&N their alma mater and shape the classroom and extracurricular experiences. To have classmates and friends who are different from oneself, to come to truly know the background, experiences, and beliefs of a new friend is to learn more deeply about oneself and our world. There is no more important attribute in the preparation for global citizenship. The vibrancy and vitality we feel in the classrooms, hallways, stages and playing fields of BB&N derive from the people who are here. At its root are the varied interests and experiences, the different backgrounds, cultures, religions, views, and perspectives that our students and faculty bring to their classes and families bring to myriad activities. Each of us adds to the richness of another’s experience. Working and playing together teaches us lifelong lessons about appreciating, knowing and understanding, and learning from each other.

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