Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Middle School Mathematics Teacher

The Swain Campus of Moravian Academy, serving children in Preschool through Grade 8 located in the Lehigh Valley seeks a full-time teacher to teach sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade math courses. This role would focus on teaching four sections comprising the following course content areas: Foundations of Middle School Math and Algebra 1. The school seeks candidates who are innovative, are savvy with technology, have a firm grasp of teaching pedagogy, and embrace the unique developmental stages of middle school students.

Teachers at Moravian Academy are dedicated to creating vibrant classroom communities that inspire students to achieve academic excellence, develop a strong sense of character, and act responsibly in a changing world. Swain Campus teachers meet regularly and work collaboratively within their discipline and across divisions and are actively involved in the life of the school outside their classrooms.

• Teach and manage all aspects of day-to-day classroom operations
• Advise or co-advise a small group of middle school students
• Design and implement innovative instructional methods to meet the needs of diverse learners’ academic, social, and emotional growth
• Conduct assessments and prepare the reporting of students’ progress and performance
• Attend divisional, full-faculty, and parent meetings as needed
• Maintain a well-managed, mutually respectful, and welcoming classroom environment
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with fellow faculty members, staff, and administrators

• Passion for teaching and children
• Experience teaching middle school-aged students
• Training in research-based best practices and current teaching methods in mathematics education
• Experience applying Responsive Classroom strategies a plus

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field

Background coursework in upper-level mathematics preferred

As the ninth oldest independent school in the nation and the premier independent school in the Lehigh Valley, Moravian Academy is seeking a middle school science teacher. Today’s Moravian Academy offers every student more ways to explore—and become—their most authentic and successful self. On three intentionally distinct yet philosophically united campuses, we celebrate, support, challenge, and learn from each other, preparing young people to step confidently toward the college and the future of their choice and to make a meaningful difference in their local and global communities.

Founded in 1742, Moravian Academy is a Preschool through Grade 12 coeducational college preparatory school comprising over 900 students and 200 faculty and staff on three distinct campuses across the Lehigh Valley, each tailored to a distinct student experience and culture:

Each campus possesses a distinct culture and setting:

• The Swain Campus for grades PS-8 with a 22-acre contemporary campus in the beautiful west end of Allentown, approximately 25 minutes from the Bethlehem campuses;
• The Historic Downtown Campus for Grades PS-8 inside the national historic landmark district that is at the heart of the City of Bethlehem;
• The Merle-Smith Campus for Grades 9-12, is situated on 120 acres of bucolic green expanse in Bethlehem Township, approximately 7 miles from downtown Bethlehem.

Moravian Academy nurtures the joyful spirit of each learner and empowers inclusive global citizens to think critically, communicate effectively, lead with integrity, and strive for excellence.

Immersed in a community that values creativity, curiosity, love, and understanding, our students seek to answer the questions: Who am I and who can I become?

Moravian Academy salaries are competitive and based on years of experience and expertise. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Academy’s benefit plans, which include an 8% retirement matching plan and the Group Medical and Prescription Healthcare Program. The Academy financially supports the continuing professional development of faculty and administrators. Tuition remission in the form of need-based aid for tuition at Moravian Academy is available for the children of employees who qualify.

Submit digital materials by December 13, 2024, including a letter of intent, resume, and statement of educational philosophy to . Address letter of intent to Megan Franzyshen, Director of the Swain Campus.

Moravian Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, order of protection status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge from military service, or citizenship status, or any other legally protected category in connection with its activities as an employer. Moravian Academy also subscribes to the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (“PAIS”) and the National Association of Independent Schools (“NAIS”) principles of good practice regarding the employment of personnel.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Private school

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Allentown, PA 18103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person