High School Math Teacher

ISB seeks an experienced and innovative mathematics educator who designs learning experiences that promote deep conceptual understanding through inquiry and problem solving. The ideal candidate uses rich, authentic mathematical tasks to gather evidence of learning and to support students in developing flexible thinking and strong reasoning skills.

This position requires a strong background in standards-based mathematics aligned with the Common Core, as well as experience teaching IB Mathematics (SL/HL) and/or AP Calculus (AB/BC). We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about engaging students in mathematical exploration, fostering curiosity, and empowering learners to see the beauty and relevance of mathematics in the world around them.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful, intentional learning opportunities aligned with the practices, standards, benchmarks, and learning outcomes of the ISB curriculum, along with its Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Community of Practice

• Actively participate in collaborative team meetings with a growth mindset and focus on improving learning for all students

• Partner with counselors, administration, and other staff to ensure care and support for the social, emotional and learning success of students

• Assess student learning and provide timely, quality feedback to improve student learning

• Adjust for learning needs based on students’ needs using a data informed approach

• Demonstrate skill at differentiating within the classroom for students needing extension and enrichment as well as those needing support

• Engage in professional development to ensure research-supported practices in the instruction and care of children are used at ISB

• Communicate directly and collaboratively with parents or guardians to positively  improve student learning and/or well-being

• Positively contribute to school culture through positivity, care for others, and shared sense of purpose and community

• Maintain a mindset of high expectations facilitated through systems of high support

• Support student participation and connection through sponsorship of a student club or non-stipended extracurricular activity

• Mentor and support students through the Advisory and House programs to foster community, build SEL and academic skills, and connect with students in positive, professional ways

• Chaperone and co-lead students participating in the High School DELVE experiential learning week

• Some evening and weekend commitments to support school events

• Active engagement in the curricular and co-curricular life of the school

• Chaperoning and/ or leading international and local student trips

• Supervision duties during the school day and on some evenings and/or weekends

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Hold a valid teaching license or certification

• Have at least three years of relevant and recent teaching experience

• Have experience teaching IB Mathematics (SL or HL) and/or AP Calculus AB or BC

• Have experience with, and a belief in, an inquiry approach to teaching and learning

• Have experience teaching English Language Learners 

• Have experience using data to inform instruction through a Professional Learning Community (PLC) 

• Be Invested in pedagogical best practice and alignment with current educational research 

• Model the ISB Professional Standards of Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Care, Collaboration, and Commitment

• Demonstrate open mindedness and warmth within a philosophy of care

• Exhibit an appropriate sense of humor 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching IB and/or AP

• Have experience teaching a standards-based curriculum using the Common Core Math Standards

Pedagogical Practice requirements

• Has an Inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning

• Ability to adapt teaching to the context

• Highly Skilled in using a  varied pedagogical and assessment toolkit

• Can challenge and extend all learners

• Can integrate the teaching of skills to prepare students for life beyond the classroom

• Identifies, selects, and utilizes instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.

• Uses data to improve learning

Mindsets and Dispositions

• Cares for students

• Commitment to the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) of students.

• Strong work ethic

• Contributes positively to the culture of the school

• Strong and effective communication skills

• Open-minded and adaptable

• Demonstrates growth-mindset and passion for lifelong learning

• Culturally competent

• Reflective on their practice

ISB supports the visa and work permit process at no cost to the employee, their spouse and up to two dependent children.