Middle School Math Teacher

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Graland Country Day School is seeking a Middle School math teacher to work closely with students in grades 5-8. A successful candidate will be an experienced teacher who understands school environments and the unique needs of Middle School students. This candidate thrives when working collaboratively and is skilled at building relationships with students, faculty, and families. Teaching in the Middle School at Graland is a multi-faceted experience.

Teachers are responsible for fostering students' love of learning and the development of skills necessary to be successful.

Middle School math, English, science and history teachers teach one grade level and form that grade’s MESH team, whose role, as a group, is to engage students in their discipline while also fostering an inclusive learning experience that is meaningful and takes students beyond the four walls of the classroom. The development of central themes, interdisciplinary units, and common expectations for student work and behavior is a collaboration among the team.

Students are placed at the center of learning and the MESH team also serve as grade level advisors who understand that students’ academic needs and social-emotional well being are paramount. Graland Middle School teachers fulfill a variety of roles that may include coaching sports, chaperoning overnight trips, sponsoring clubs, and working with the Gates Innovation Lab.

Graland follows the Math in Focus curriculum covering concepts including, but not limited to, multiplying and dividing fractions, statistics, algebraic equations and inequalities, and geometric construction. Experience with algebra and algebraic concepts is preferred and the ideal applicant will have experience teaching inquiry-based mathematics that include polynomials, quadratics, radicals and radical expressions.

Reports to: Head of Middle School

Terms: Full-time, school year, starts August 2026

A collaborative and supportive member of the Graland community who…

Models caring, respect, patience, and appreciation of differences.

Provides a safe environment for students.

Recognizes the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity (DEI) work and continues growth as a culturally responsive educator.

Represents school in position and in community.

Participates in effective communication that is responsible, descriptive, and nonjudgmental.

Demonstrates a growth mindset, open to feedback, and new learning.

Supports collective efforts of the school on instructional and non-instructional sides, in addition to team responsibilities.

Upholds school, employee and family confidentiality.

Believes in an educational approach that is aligned with the Graland mission and philosophy.

Encompasses interpersonal skills and collaboration with colleagues. Has the ability to motivate, support, and lead others.

Builds positive relationships with students by demonstrating respect and care, while creating a safe environment that promotes intellectual risk-taking.

Fosters a learning environment that inspires active student participation, curiosity, and initiative.

Utilizes a variety of instructional approaches to engage students.

Approaches situations with flexibility and creative thinking to identify solutions.

An experienced educator, background with Middle School students preferred.

Possesses strong organization and communication skills.

Maintains effective relationships with students, faculty, administration, and parents/guardians.

Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development opportunities.

Demonstrates ease with technology, adoption of the LMS, as well as other technology programs and tools to engage learners.

Ability to chaperone students on day excursions, as well as overnight trips.

Desire to coach student athletics, a plus.

A great school never sits still. It keeps going, growing and evolving. Graland Country Day School is an independent school in Denver that serves students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Since the school’s founding in 1924, Graland has delivered…