Upper School Teacher

**Summary** The Secondary Math Teacher is a student-centered teaching role within Principia School’s Upper School. The teacher designs and delivers engaging mathematics instruction that emphasizes conceptual understanding, problem solving, and the meaningful application of skills. Using a variety of instructional strategies, the teacher supports diverse learners, fosters critical thinking, and encourages students to take ownership of their learning. In addition to classroom instruction, the Secondary Math Teacher mentors students as a teacher, character educator, and advisor, contributing to a supportive and inclusive learning environment grounded in Principia’s commitment to character education. This role also includes participation in experiential education initiatives, such as chaperoning school activities, social events, and trips, and active engagement in the broader life of the school community. **Who We Are** At our award-winning Early Childhood through grade 12 Principia School in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education—blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia’s team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of alumni and friends. At Principia School, our core value is [LOVE](https://www.principiaschool.org/about/belonging-and-community). Love and its attributes underpin our foundational beliefs as well as our educational approach. We focus on developing the whole child—intellectually, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually, preparing students for the next steps in life. We foster a challenging yet supportive environment where character unfolds naturally, and talent is cultivated through boundless opportunities. Character education plays an essential role in every aspect of the student experience, and classroom work is augmented by character trips, leadership development, and real-world, hands-on, project-based learning. Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow’s leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a [collaborative and inclusive environment](https://www.principia.edu/debm) where everyone feels they belong and are valued. **Primary Responsibilities** - Teach various mathematics courses ranging from Pre-Algebra to typical upper-level classes with an understanding of each course’s place within the overall departmental scope and sequence - Collaborate as a member of the Math Department to support curricular and instructional goals, including weekly meetings - Model enthusiasm and love for mathematics and its applications - Plan lessons that invoke student interest and ownership, connect learning to real-life situations, and meet the needs of future-ready learners to make the content relevant and meaningful - Integrate technology effectively in a 1:1 laptop environment to enhance and redefine learning - Incorporate future-ready skills and STEM best practices to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, research, and communication skills - Display a strong interest in and commitment to working with Upper School students (grades 9–12) - Differentiate process, product, and content to support a wide range of learners and help each student recognize their unlimited potential - Pursue ongoing professional development and apply best educational practices while contributing to a professional learning community - Handle discipline situations effectively in ways that support student character growth **Secondary Responsibilities** - Demonstrates a strong interest and commitment to working with a wide range of students, helping them feel successful and recognize their unlimited potential - Demonstrates commitment to preparing students to be thoughtful…