Middle School Math and Science Teacher | Quest Forward Santa Rosa Santa Rosa, CA

Middle School Math and Science Teacher | Quest Forward Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa, CA

About Quest Forward Santa Rosa
Quest Forward (QFHS) is a private 9 - 12th-grade high school that opened in August 2017. We are a fully accredited comprehensive high school that believes in academic excellence, offers A-G University-approved courses, and is hyper-focused on college and career preparation. Our small class sizes, no cell phone policy, and personal attention to students create a welcoming, authentic learning environment for students.

As one of the flagship schools for Opportunity Education ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).), Quest Forward aims to set a model for schools nationwide.

In August 2025, Quest Forward added 7th and 8th grade to its school community. This was a pivotal opportunity to offer a middle school option to families and students and begin building community amongst students who will matriculate to the Quest Forward High School. Middle school teachers are in the founding years of establishing cohesive middle school culture, launching special middle school traditions, and teaching middle school content in a personalized setting.

The Math & Science Teacher will play a vital role in shaping a rigorous, engaging, and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive. At Quest Forward, you will have the opportunity to build a strong STEM program that fosters both conceptual understanding and real-world application.

Reporting to the school principal, with regular coaching from the schools Associate Director of Curriculum and Instruction, the Math & Science Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, collaborating with colleagues to align curriculum and instructional practices, leveraging student data for continuous improvement, and helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for success in high school and beyond. This role is ideal for an educator who is deeply knowledgeable in mathematics, skilled in engaging students of diverse backgrounds, and excited about being part of an innovative school model that prioritizes academic excellence, student agency, and college preparation.

As a dynamic and growing organization, responsibilities will evolve; however, core areas of focus include:

• Deliver engaging and rigorous instruction in alignment with state standards, college readiness assessments, and school priorities.
• Develop and implement student-centered lesson plans that encourage problem-solving, critical thinking, and mathematical reasoning.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including hands‑on activities, project-based learning, and technology integration.
• Regularly assess student progress using a combination of formative and summative assessments to guide instruction.
• Provide students with clear, actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery.

• Build strong relationships with students, fostering a culture of high expectations, accountability, and support.
• Serve as an Advisory teacher, mentoring a small group of students in academic and personal growth for their entire middle school experience at Quest Forward
• Differentiate instruction and provide targeted interventions to ensure all students succeed.
• Collaborate with support personnel to meet the needs of all learners.
• Contribute to the development of a strong school culture within the school through tutoring, clubs, or extracurricular opportunities.

• Work closely with fellow teachers and school leadership to align curriculum, assessment, and instructional strategies.
• Participate in school-wide professional development to continuously refine instructional practice, including regular data and assessment reflection cycles.
• Engage in feedback cycles with the Associate Director of Curriculum and Instruction and Principal to improve teaching effectiveness.

• Communicate…