Middle Math Teacher

Westminster Schools of Augusta

The mission of Westminster Schools of Augusta is to glorify God by providing an excellent education that equips students to live extraordinary lives for Jesus Christ. Westminster Schools of Augusta seeks an experienced, talented, energetic Middle and/or Upper School Mathematics teacher for the 2024-25 school year. Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in math and should be able to teach math courses up to Geometry and Algebra II.

An ideal candidate would also be able to fill other openings such as the coaching positions.

• Work collaboratively with administration and math department colleagues in order to strengthen student performance and support.
• Consistently communicate and partner with parents in the shared desire of student growth and success.
• Possess strong organizational skills and insights on how to teach a class with wide-ranging mathematical abilities.
• Use technology in the classroom as an instructional tool.
• Demonstrate a commitment to instructional excellence.
• Acknowledge, appreciate, and adjust to the various ways that students learn.
• Use a variety of instructional techniques to promote critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and innovation.
• Set high academic standards and expectations for students and challenge them to do their very best.
• Maintain high standards of professional conduct, support of the Christian mission of the school, and comfort in an independent school setting.
• Pursue professional growth and development.
• Participate in the broader ministry of Westminster through co-curricular activities (math team, athletics, or school club).
• Invest in the lives of students through advisory and other mentorship opportunities.
• Seek to know, love, and serve all students as individuals, recognizing and developing their unique gifts and abilities.

• Oral Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Speech Clarity – The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Speech Recognition – The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• Oral Comprehension – The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Written Comprehension and Expression – The ability to understand and communicate information and ideas in writing.
• Selective Attention – The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Vision – the ability to see details at a close range as well as at a distance.
• Environment – The ability to work in a potentially stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts. Generally works in a climate controlled environment.
• The ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• The ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.
• Ability to work in a collegial environment.

• Master’s degree.
• 5 to 7 years teaching experience.
• Interest in supporting co-curricular activities (clubs, athletics, advisory).
• Knowledge and/or experience working in an independent school environment.
• Understanding of the importance of integrating faith and learning.