Middle School Math Teacher, Lower Campus

Overview

Ojai Valley School is a pre-kindergarten to grade 12 boarding and day school located on two campuses in Ojai, California. The Lower Campus serves students in grades PK-8 and the Upper Campus serves students in grades 9-12. Since its inception, OVS has placed progressive education and character development at the center of its philosophy and practice. “Educating the whole child” is more than a statement of intent.

Our academic, residential life, outdoor education programs, and athletics create opportunities for intellectual growth and character development at each level of student maturity. The strength of our program is rooted in integrity, compassion, fairness, responsibility, respect and perseverance.

We seek teachers who are not only knowledgeable about the discipline and who are also equally excited about the subjects they teach. OVS teachers are dynamic, flexible, and collaborative. Our teachers are active in the school community, often serving as advisors, outdoor education supporters and participants, resident counselors, and coaches. The ideal candidate will add energy, excitement, and commitment to a wide range of programs and embrace a diverse and welcoming community.

Full‑time Middle School Math Teacher (grades 6‑8) beginning August 2026. Seeking an individual with a strong interest in and enthusiasm for teaching math for grades 6‑8. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in mathematics, holds a teaching credential, and has experience as a middle school classroom teacher. Desired skills include strong communication, classroom management, and technology skills. Experience in lesson planning, curriculum development, and various teaching methodologies is preferred.

• Instruction & Curriculum
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  Develop and implement daily lesson plans, guide students through all curriculum areas, routinely assess students, communicate with families, and provide after‑school tutoring.
• Assessment & Evaluation
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  Grade assignments, administer exams, record results, monitor student progress, and provide regular feedback to students and parents.
• Classroom Management
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  Maintain an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment; lead by example; adhere to the Employee Training Manual regarding safety, emergency, and disaster procedures; take attendance and report promptly to the Front Office.
• Professional Development
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  Participate in staff meetings, curriculum planning, and professional growth activities; communicate effectively in writing and verbally with administration, parents, advisors, and resident counselors regarding student progress.
• Other General Duties
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  Supervise weekend activities (one weekend rotation in four, approx. 6‑8 hours, may include driving students in a school passenger van); participate in the Outdoor Education Program, which includes two class camping trips and one class hike; lead or assist in coaching duties and school electives, such as class advisor or student council.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or graduate degree or teaching credential is preferable; alternatively, two to four years of related teaching experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

California driver’s license preferred; current CPR and First Aid certification preferred;
California Teaching Credential preferred.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; calculate grades; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals…