High School Math Teacher

Job Description

Black Mountain Academy is a year-round therapeutic boarding school supporting neurodiverse high school students—primarily assigned male at birth—developing essential social, emotional, academic, and life skills.

Our relationship-based, hands‑on learning approach empowers students to grow, explore, and thrive in a safe and supportive environment. We specialize in helping adolescents who experience challenges related to learning differences, social skills, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.

Our students are often diagnosed with:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder, Level 1 ("high functioning autism" / "Asperger's")
• Social‑Pragmatic Communication Disorder
• Executive Functioning Disorder
• ADHD
• Anxiety or Depression

Our mission is to inspire curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning while helping each student build the skills and self‑efficacy they need to succeed.

We're seeking a creative, energetic Math Teacher who is passionate about experiential learning and dedicated to meeting the needs of students with learning differences.

• Teach math courses including Algebra I & II, Geometry, and Pre‑Calculus (Calculus experience a plus).
• Design engaging, real‑world lessons that integrate academic concepts with life skills.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support students' individualized learning goals.
• Foster a classroom environment that promotes curiosity, respect, and resilience.
• Participate in year‑round programming, including the summer semester.
• Smaller class sizes.
• Fewer standardized testing pressures.
• Autonomy in curriculum and pacing.
• Ability to teach conceptual math, not just test prep.

• Bachelor's Degree required;
  Master's Degree preferred.
• State licensure preferred, but not required. Content expertise valued. Mentorship provided.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience preferred; experience in special education or working with neurodiverse students strongly preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and creative problem‑solving skills.

A talented, compassionate, and fun teaching community.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Group Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching after 6 months of employment
• Paid Time Off:
  Week‑long breaks at the end of each semester, 7 paid holidays, and additional long weekends.
• Employee Assistance Program for wellness and support

Primarily classroom‑based with opportunities for outdoor and experiential learning activities.

If you're a dedicated educator who believes in the power of individualized learning and relationship‑based education, we invite you to apply today!

Please submit your resume and cover letter via Indeed to be considered.

Job Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the US. VISA sponsorship not available.