4th Grade Math Teacher (Part-Time

Job Description

For the  school year, we're looking for a Part-Time Math Teacher with experience teaching elementary math to join our progressive, student-centered community s educator will bring a deep understanding of mathematical thinking and a commitment to helping students develop conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and confidence in mathematics.

At Acera, Math is not about rote procedures or memorization - it is about making sense of ideas, building connections, and developing flexible, creative thinkers. Our Math program emphasizes deep understanding, rich problem-solving, and student-centered exploration. The Fourth Grade Math teacher will play a key role in helping students transition into more abstract mathematical reasoning while maintaining curiosity, agency, and joy in learning.

Salary Range: $11,500 to $13,000 per year

Position Type:
School year, part-time

Class Days and Time:
Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri. 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Additional

Hours:

Various and negotiable, to include planning, prep, reporting, and collaboration

Start Date:

August 2026

• Design and teach engaging 4th Grade math lessons grounded in conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and real-world application
• Support students in developing a deep understanding of core topics such as operations, decimals, fractions, geometry, measurement and data, ensuring students understand the "why" behind the math
• Facilitate student-centered discussions that encourage multiple strategies, mathematical discourse, and critical thinking
• Incorporate rich investigations, tasks, and open-ended problems that promote deep thinking and engagement
• Differentiate instruction to meet a range of learners, including those who may need additional support or greater challenge
• Use formative assessment to monitor student understanding and adjust instruction responsively
• Implement and refine curriculum that aligns with Acera's constructivist, inquiry-based approach to mathematics
• Continuously reflect on and evolve curriculum to meet the needs of students and reflect best practices in math education
• Collaborate with colleagues across grade levels to ensure coherence and alignment within the math program
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and growth
• Complete Progress Report comments twice a year
• Participate in Parent/Teacher Conferences once a year

• Experience teaching 4th Grade math or similar elementary Math courses
• Strong content knowledge in foundational Mathematics
• Experience working with elementary students
• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Mathematics, education, or a related field preferred
• Experience with inquiry-based, constructivist, or problem-based Math instruction is highly desirable
• Ability to differentiate instruction to support a wide range of learners
• A growth mindset and enthusiasm for ongoing learning and professional growth

Welcome to ATX Learning

What began with a small group of students in 2010 has evolved into a thriving K-10 community of nearly 150 students. As our student body grows, we remain committed to offering what makes Acera unique, like student voice and choice, individual learning plans for every child, small math classes that are organized based on ability rather than age, mentor-supported passion projects, and electives in lab science, social science, art, engineering and woodshop.

At Acera, we believe that school should catalyze students' passions, free their potential, and safeguard their innate curiosity and love of learning. Our faculty are "teacherpreneurs" empowered to engage students deeply in themes and topics that matter to them. We develop thinkers and innovators who will be able to make positive change in our world. Learn more raschool.org/how-we-teach.