Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
The Blake School seeks to hire an experienced, half-time Upper School Math Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This dynamic educator should be capable of teaching all levels of grade 9-12 mathematics. This is a 0.5, benefits-eligible position. Applicant review will begin Dec. 15.
Requirements:
Essential Responsibilities:
- Teach two sections of math in the Upper School (grades 9-12)
- Hold conferences with students and parents/guardians in fall and spring; write narrative comments and provide grades for each student at the end of each semester
- Participate in departmental, divisional and all-school initiatives and meetings
Candidate Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree in math, math education or a related field; advanced degree or work toward an advanced degree in a relevant field strongly preferred
- Experience teaching different levels of geometry preferred but not required
- Substantial professional background in math education with a preference for grade 9-12 teaching experience
Blake’s Portrait of an Educator delineates what experience, skills and attributes we seek in our faculty. Drawing from this portrait, we can confirm that a strong candidate for this position will be:
an innovator
…with significant and successful experience designing and teaching a broad scope of mathematics courses in an upper school environment.
…who uses creative solution-based thinking and seeks new opportunities for student engagement inside and outside of the classroom.
…who embraces the incorporation of a wide range of texts, media and technology that respond to the dynamic, ever-changing nature of meaningful teaching and learning.
a collaborator
…who is reflective, open to feedback and eager for professional collaboration.
…who welcomes the opportunity to be an active, intentional member of a PK-12 community of teachers, staff, students, parents and stakeholders.
…who seeks to build vertical and horizontal alignment with math department colleagues in designing curricular scope and sequence.
an expert
…with a deep, sustained commitment to developing their knowledge of content and curriculum.
…who is a positive, curious, proactive educator with a passion for sharing a best-practice, student-centered pedagogy in the mathematics classroom.
…who is fully committed to meeting both the academic and social-emotional needs of students.
a culture-builder
…who is enthusiastic about working with adolescents and supporting them in developing a deep engagement and excitement in math.
…who demonstrates the ability to understand and bridge diverse perspectives, identities and lived experiences and empowers students to engage across differences.
…who is committed to equitable practices.
…who possesses an understanding of and commitment to modeling and teaching intercultural competence.
a professional
…who actively seeks professional development opportunities and is familiar with current educational research including standards for mathematics learning using inquiry-based methods.
…who has a deep emotional intelligence and demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills in their communication with students, families and colleagues.
A Diverse and Inclusive Community
The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Our school actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of our school’s mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success.
Salary Range:
This .5 FTE position has a starting salary of $28,185-$42,967. If teachers have significant prior teaching experience, their salary may exceed this range. This salary range includes the expected annual salary for this position. In making a salary determination, we consider professional experience, applicable qualifications and other job-related factors. Based on these factors, a candidate's salary offer could exceed this range.
Disclaimer
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,277 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake's mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and values.
The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE.