High School Math Intervention Teacher

Overview

Title:

High School Math Intervention Teacher

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

South Valley Academy, a successful public charter school in the South Valley serving primarily first-generation college bound, low-income students, seeks a knowledgeable and certified full-time High School Math Intervention Teacher to support students in building the foundational math skills necessary for success in their core mathematics courses. This teacher will lead 4–5 sections of a daily math intervention class designed to complement students’ grade-level math (Algebra I, Geometry, or Algebra II).

Students will be concurrently enrolled in their core math class and this additional course, where they will receive targeted support in foundational skills, conceptual understanding, and academic math language. This role is ideal for an educator who believes all students can achieve at high levels and who is committed to making mathematics accessible, relevant, and empowering—particularly for students who are multilingual learners or who have experienced gaps in prior instruction.

Open until filled position.

• Lead 4–5 sections of a daily math intervention class designed to complement students’ core mathematics courses (Algebra I, Geometry, or Algebra II).
• Provide targeted support in foundational skills, conceptual understanding, and academic math language.
• Collaborate with core teachers to align intervention content with grade-level standards and pacing.
• Support multilingual learners and students with unfinished learning; foster an inclusive and accessible math learning environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Valid New Mexico secondary teaching license in Mathematics (or ability to obtain).

• Experience teaching secondary math, including Algebra I, Geometry, and/or Algebra II.
• Experience supporting students with unfinished learning or in intervention settings.
• Demonstrated success working with English Learners and multilingual students.
• Knowledge of sheltered instruction strategies (e.g., SIOP or similar frameworks).
• Familiarity with MLSS (Multi-Layered Systems of Support) or similar frameworks.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

• Ability to break down complex math concepts into accessible steps.
• Skill in identifying misconceptions and addressing unfinished learning.
• Strong understanding of how language impacts math learning.
• Ability to intentionally develop students’ academic vocabulary and discourse.
• Patience, flexibility, and a belief in student growth and potential.
• Relationship-building skills, especially with students who may feel discouraged about math.