Upper School Math Teacher

Position Summary

Cascades Academy seeks an experienced Upper School Humanities Teacher who would work closely with the upper school team to deliver on our commitments to challenging academics and experiential education.

• Curriculum and Instruction:
  • Teach 4 sections of upper school mathematics. The program ranges from Algebra 1 through Calc
    2. Ability to teach upper level math is preferred with experience / ability to teach Statistics being required. Likely courses include:
    Algebra 2, Calc, and Statistics.
  • Serve as one of two core mathematics teachers for the Upper School and work closely with the rest of the upper school team.
  • Differentiate instruction and assignments to meet the needs of each learner while maintaining high standards for all students.
  • Provide timely feedback and mastery-based grades to students via school LMS and update grades on a weekly basis.
  • Communicate with families on a regular basis regarding student performance.
  • Write narrative reports for students at the end of each semester that thoughtfully capture their successes and areas for growth.
  • Teach two semester-long Elective courses which meet 3 days/week.
  • Co‑lead weekly fall and spring Expedition field courses and the Winter Sports Program.
  • Co‑lead three overnight programs each academic year:
    Confluence (3 days), Fall Traveling School (5 days) and Spring Traveling School (10 days).
  • Lead a club and/or elective that aligns with student interest.
• Leadership and Mentorship:
  • Serve in the role of upper school Advisor; meet with advisees weekly and lead social‑emotional learning and social responsibility lessons.
  • Be available to advisees and advisees’ families as needed to communicate and support each student’s academic and social‑emotional progress.
  • Lead conferences with students and families twice annually.
  • Uphold and enforce all school and US‑specific policies, procedures, and practices.
• Institutional:
  • Participate in all professional development days before, during, and after the school year.
  • Pursue and execute additional professional development throughout the school year via conferences, school visits, books, webinars, etc.
  • Attend weekly faculty and division meetings.
  • Attend school events and functions outside the normal school day, including fundraisers, presentations, board meetings, etc. (as indicated by the Head of School or Upper School Head).
  • Assist in the fulfillment of Accreditation work (as per NWAIS Accreditation Report).
  • Other duties as assigned by the Upper School Head or Head of School.

• 3-5 years experience teaching upper school mathematics. Experience as a middle school math teacher may be considered as well.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license

• Passion for teaching mathematics
• Passion for teaching in a creative, integrated, and innovative way
• Ability to work collaboratively with other upper school teachers
• Strong relational skills and emotional intelligence
• Strong organizational skills
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to drive a 14‑passenger bus
• Commitment to implementing culturally competent curriculum and instruction
• Appreciation and respect for diversity in all of its forms
• Advocacy around inclusion
• Commitment to experiential learning, outdoor education, and social‑emotional learning
• Desire to be an active member of a vibrant community of students, families, and staff
• Knowledge of common tech platforms used in education, such as Blackbaud, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Integrity, sound judgment, self‑confidence, collaborative spirit, and a sense of humor
• Though not required, certified Wilderness First Responders are advantageous.

• Requires mobility to traverse campus to accompany and assure the safety of children. This may include moving between buildings multiple times throughout the workday and bending, squatting, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to consistently and clearly communicate with children, colleagues, and families.

It is the policy of Cascades Academy to provide equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental impairment, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other status protected by applicable law. Specifically, employment opportunities are and shall be open to all qualified applicants solely on the basis of their experience, aptitudes, abilities and training; advancement is and shall be based on the individual’s achievement, performance, ability, attitude and potential for promotion.