Middle School Math Teacher (Grades 5 & 6)
Middle School Math Teacher (Grade 5 & 6)
River Oaks Baptist School is seeking a dynamic and innovative educator to join our team as a middle school Math teacher beginning August 2026.
This teacher will focus on teaching mathematics in the fifth and/or sixth grades. The ideal candidate will have experience teaching middle school mathematics, a passion for helping students build a strong foundation in mathematical thinking, and an enthusiasm for developing lessons that excite and engage students. They should also be interested in exploring Mind, Brain, and Education (MBE) research as it applies to effective math instruction.
This position reports to the Head of Middle School. All middle school faculty are supported by an experienced divisional team devoted to developing both students and faculty, including the Instructional Coach, Counselor, Learning Specialist, MS Dean of Students, Assistant Head of Middle School, Head of Middle School, Associate Head of School for Student Support, and Associate Head of School for Academics.
As with all faculty openings, the School seeks candidates eager to support our mission of preparing students to meet life’s challenges and lead tomorrow’s world through a superior educational program ungirded by faith in Jesus Christ and Christian principles.
Responsibilities:
- Teach up to five classes of middle school mathematics with up to two preps
- Serve as an advisor to nine to twelve students in the same grade as your teaching assignment.
- Sponsor or co-sponsor the middle school math club.
- Model and guide students in Christ-like values and character development.
- Employ instructional practices that build conceptual understanding and strengthen student thinking, supported by strategies such as project-based learning, differentiated instruction, and formative assessment.
- Deliver instruction that incorporates technology intentionally and appropriately to enhance student learning.
- Embrace lifelong learning and growth mindset for yourself and your students.
- Participate collaboratively in grade-level, department, division, and all-school team meetings.
- Support students in their learning.
- Communicate effectively with parents and colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm, energy, initiative, and self-reflection.
- Motivate and engage students.
- Delight in teaching children in the middle school years.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 24 hours in math and 12 hours of educational courses OR teaching certification for math and for the grade-level(s) applying.
- At least two years’ full-time teaching experience.
- A vibrant Christian faith and a desire to work in a Christian environment.
- Successful completion of background checks and verification.
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