Middle School Mathematics Teacher
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Primary Purpose of the Position
The Middle School Mathematics Teacher provides rigorous and engaging instruction in mathematics, developing students’ understanding, problem-solving abilities, mathematical reasoning, and critical thinking skills. The teacher creates purposeful learning experiences that support students at varied levels of readiness while building confidence and curiosity as mathematical learners. The Middle School Mathematics Teacher collaborates with colleagues, students, and parents to ensure access to the curriculum, support student growth, and promote lifelong learning in alignment with Graded’s mission and values.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Instruction and Student Learning
- Plan and deliver high-quality mathematics instruction aligned with Graded’s Middle School curriculum and standards, ensuring lessons are purposeful, differentiated, and intellectually challenging.
- Facilitate inquiry-based learning and encourage students to make connections between mathematics and real-world contexts.
- Support students in developing strong foundational skills, confidence, and productive habits as mathematical learners while preparing them for continued success in high school mathematics.
- Empower students to take ownership of their learning through reflection, goal-setting, perseverance, and self-advocacy.
Assessment and Feedback
- Design and administer a variety of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments aligned with the Middle School mathematics curriculum and standards.
- Provide timely and constructive feedback that supports student growth, mathematical thinking, and intellectual curiosity.
- Use assessment evidence to adjust instruction, identify student needs, and provide appropriate support.
Collaboration and Curriculum Development
- Collaborate with mathematics colleagues to ensure alignment and consistency across Middle School mathematics courses and grade levels
- Participate in curriculum review, development, and articulation across grade levels, including collaboration with Lower School and High School colleagues as appropriate.
- Share best practices in teaching and learning to strengthen the mathematics program and support student success.
Professional Practice and Community Engagement
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding learning, progress, and expectations.
- Participate in professional development, departmental and divisional meetings, and whole-school initiatives.
- Demonstrate professionalism in attendance, punctuality, communication, collaboration, and conduct.
- Contribute to the school community through advisory, extracurricular activities, clubs, or academic enrichment opportunities.
Certifications and Education
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or a related field.
- Valid teaching certification/license.
Desired
- Master’s degree in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, or related discipline.
- Professional training or experience in middle school mathematics pedagogy, inquiry-based learning, differentiation, or standards-based assessment.
Experience
Required
- Minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience.
- Experience teaching middle school mathematics or equivalent age groups.
Desired
- Experience teaching mathematics in international or multicultural contexts.
- Experience supporting students with diverse learning profiles and varying levels of mathematical readiness.
- Familiarity with integrating technology, digital platforms, graphing tools, and mathematical modeling into instruction.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required
- Deep content knowledge in mathematics across a range of topics.
- Ability to differentiate instruction for varied learning styles and abilities.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Desired
- Strong understanding of adolescent development and effective middle school mathematics pedagogy.
- Familiarity with standards-based curriculum, assessment, and reporting practices.
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Estudos
Valorizado
Experiência profissional
Sobre Graded - The American School of São Paulo
Overview
Graded is a private, co-educational, non-sectarian, non-profit American day school serving an international community of approximately 1315 students, ages 3-18. The school follows an American curriculum with instruction in English and is accredited in the United States through AdvancED and in Brazil by the Ministry of Education. The school has three divisions:
Lower School, K3 to Grade 5
Middle School, Grades 6-8
High School, Grades 9-12
The Lower School consists of the Montessori Pre-primary School (K3-K5) and the Elementary School (Grades 1-5). The High School program is college preparatory, and all graduates receive an American High School Diploma. Seventy-five percent of students earn an International Baccalaureate Diploma. A Brazilian High School Diploma is also offered, and 49% of graduating seniors receive all three.
Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
São Paulo, SP / Morumbi Neighborhood
Founded
1920