Job Description:
Job Title: Math Teacher 
Full-Time - 10 Month
Reports To: Director of Academics
Supervisory Responsibilities: No

The Opportunity: 
A YouthBuild Mathematics Teacher is dynamic, supportive, and innovative when given the chance to guide their students. They balance their academic responsibilities by facilitating students’ holistic self-development and designing meaningful academic experiences which can be applied outside the classroom. The mathematics curriculum includes algebra, geometry, statistics, financial literacy and other areas of math that are approved. The Mathematics Teacher will work with small groups of students (typically 10-20 students in a class, 4 sections per day), and demonstrate the ability to inspire students to critically think when their limits are tested. Outside the classroom, they serve as a mentor to 4-5 students, building relationships, monitoring progress, and providing support and accountability to reach their goals.

Who You Are: 
  You are/have…

• Invested in our core values - Respect, Excellence and Perseverance.
• Equity-focused and believe that all students can achieve. 
• Passionate about community service and civic engagement.
• Excited to mentor students and support them throughout their time at YouthBuild and beyond.
• Collaborative and dedicated to personal and professional development.
• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Three to five years’ teaching experience, preferred.
• A current certification in Mathematics 7-12.

What You’ll Do: 

• Create a positive learning environment built on strong relationships.
• Design learner-centered units that develop transferable competencies and culminate with “demonstrations” (projects) that showcase students’ original work.
• Use instructional strategies where student voice and thinking are the primary focus and content coverage is secondary. 
• Develop learning experiences that emphasize professional skills (e.g. teamwork, people skills, motivation, high quality work, resilience and self-development). 
• Collaborate with the specialized services team to ensure student success, by providing teacher input, attending IEP meetings and ensuring all students receive accommodations and modifications per their students’ IEPs and/or English language needs. 
• Track student progress, give frequent actionable feedback to students and communicate student progress to the greater community through PowerSchool.
• Facilitate one section of independent study hall per day, providing a structured, supportive environment where students can focus on academic tasks, access guidance as needed, and develop effective study habits while ensuring a quiet and productive atmosphere.
• Provide mentorship to a cohort of 4–5 students, offering consistent academic and personal support to help them stay on track toward meeting graduation requirements.
• Work in inter-departmental teams to support the success of a group of students as they move through our rigorous program.
• Participate in a highly collaborative, fluid school culture that requires strong interpersonal skills and flexibility.
• Perform other duties, as assigned by the Director of Academics.

What We Offer You: 

• Generous time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) savings plan with an employer match
• Employer paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability 
• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and career growth
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Strong community support and involvement

Salary Range:

New YouthBuild staff can expect a starting salary of between $52,500-$71,250 based on years of experience, education, and certifications, if applicable.
During the application process, applicants will have the opportunity to discuss our employee total rewards package and additional benefits.