Middle School Math Teacher, Long-term substitute

Job Title

Middle School Math Teacher, Long‑term substitute (October to January)

October to January; start at the end of September.

$60,000–$100,000 annually, prorated based on length of substitute tenure.

• Dedication to the school’s core values of childhood, learning, belonging, and balance
• Demonstrated success teaching middle‑school‑aged children
• Familiarity with current middle‑school math curricula and commitment to making instruction active, engaging, varied and exciting for middle‑grade students
• Ability and willingness to design, develop, implement, and revise math curricula
• Familiarity with adolescent and developmental learning philosophy
• Knowledge of instructional strategies appropriate to the middle‑school learner
• Ability to design and implement differentiated instruction to meet individual student needs
• Understanding and compassion for students with specific learning challenges
• Evidence of professional development and commitment to personal and professional growth
• Commitment to a collaborative work style
• Passion for working with children and optimism, flexibility, and patience
• Technological competence and willingness to learn
• Willingness to carry out other duties and responsibilities beyond the classroom
• Teaching credential or equivalent degree

The candidate may facilitate student meetings as part of an Advocacy program, oversee a Community & Assembly period, teach electives, and assist with organizing and chaperoning week‑long class trips once a year.

• Minimum of 5 years classroom experience as a lead teacher
• Experience with curriculum design
• Experience with leading advisory groups
• Experience with other content areas and electives

Finalists may be asked to teach a demonstration lesson, participate in a faculty‑led interview, and provide a writing sample.

Jane Murphy
Head of Middle School
Almaden Country Day School
6835 Trinidad Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120

Almaden Country Day School employs individuals of different ages, genders, races, ethnicities, physical and mental abilities and conditions, creeds, and lifestyles, and values the unique background of each employee. Almaden Country Day School will not discriminate (or tolerate discrimination by its employees or others) against any applicant or employee based on race, color, creed, sex (including gender, gender identity, and pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.