6th Grade Math Teacher position

6th Grade Math Teacher (50% Full-Time, 1-Year Position)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts

Since 1915, Shady Hill is a progressive preK‑8 school serving approximately 530 students and 90+ faculty. The curriculum centers on a year‑long Central Subject study and a commitment to social justice, inclusivity, and equity.

We seek a Middle School Math Teacher to teach two sections of 6th grade mathematics for the 2026‑2027 school year. This part‑time (50% FTE), 10‑month, in‑person position is exempt and salaried.

• Teach two sections of 6th grade mathematics (45 minutes each weekday).
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Meet with students outside of class and collaborate with the middle school student support team.
• Coordinate closely with other 6th grade math teachers.
• Communicate student progress, write reports, hold parent conferences, and meet with administrators and faculty.
• Monitor students’ emotional, social, and academic wellbeing, fostering a safe and caring classroom community.
• Attend weekly department meetings, Wednesday afternoon faculty meetings, and Middle School community periods.
• Engage in professional development to enhance inclusive teaching and leadership practices.
• Participate in faculty duties such as student activity supervision, special events, lunch and recess supervision, and committee work.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 3‑5 years of prior experience teaching middle school mathematics.
• Demonstrated success in differentiating instruction across diverse learning profiles.
• Effective, timely, and professional communication skills.
• Use of multicultural, anti‑bias, and anti‑racist teaching strategies and materials.
• Interest in pursuing or holding teaching certification (preferred).

Annual salary: $36,000 to $52,500. Salary steps are commensurate with experience.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, a school‑matched retirement plan, and paid time off.

Shady Hill is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Employees must be authorized to work in the United States.