Upper School Math Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Princeton Day School is seeking an experienced Upper School Math Teacher beginning in the 2026-27 school year.

The mission of the PDS Mathematics Department is to cultivate a deep understanding and appreciation of mathematics by fostering a growth mindset and challenging students at every level. We strive to provide a rigorous, supportive environment where all students, regardless of their starting point, are empowered to take risks, embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, and develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for success in both mathematics and beyond. By building confidence, resilience, and a passion for learning, we aim to prepare students for future academic challenges and to become lifelong learners who are excited by the power and beauty of mathematics.

With our mission in mind, PDS seeks candidates who are deeply passionate about both their subject matter and their students, and who are dedicated to supporting adolescent learners and honing the craft of teaching. Strong candidates will work well in a collaborative environment and utilize technology to enhance student learning. PDS is particularly interested in teachers who integrate diversity and service learning in the classroom and expose students to the application of mathematics to their local and global worlds.

In addition to teaching 4 sections of Math, a full-time teacher contributes to the community life of PDS as an advisor of 6-12 students, has various duties, and is expected to contribute to school life outside the classroom in an extracurricular activity, such as coaching or clubs. One to four times a semester, a weekend or evening activity or campus event may be required.

For this position, the ideal candidate is expected to:

• Teach upper school math classes to students with a range of academic aptitudes
• Serve as an advisor to 6 -12 students
• Assist in extra-curricular areas of the school
• Assess students' academic and social development
• Provide consistent oral and written communication to students and families
• Collaboratively work on grade-level, department, and interdisciplinary faculty teams
• Demonstrate mathematical knowledge and understanding across grade levels and content strands
• Implement culturally relevant pedagogy and foster a learning environment that supports students' social and emotional needs and their development as independent math learners
• Differentiate teaching and learning based on students' cognitive needs and learning styles
• Collaboratively and actively prepare curriculum that balances content mastery, conceptual understanding, and the development of mathematical literacy
• Develop creative formative and summative assessments and experiences to evaluate student learning
• Employ innovative student-centered teaching practices rooted in brain-based research
• Create and scaffold rigorous, higher-level thinking tasks that emphasize critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving
• Provide opportunities for student self-assessment and engagement in the learning process
• Exhibit a passion to teach and learn from young people and colleagues

Required / Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in mathematics or related field (required)
• Advanced degree in mathematics or related field (preferred)
• A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in teaching adolescent students
• Affinity for working with middle and upper school students
• Comfort with innovative and forward-thinking approaches to instruction
• A strong commitment to professional growth
• Personal characteristics suitable for motivating, inspiring and nurturing young people: enthusiasm, adaptability, patience, creativity, and a boundless sense of humor
• Advising and/or mentoring experience
• Integrative STEM/STEAM experience
• Experience implementing inquiry-based or project-based curriculum
• Capacity to teach computer science and/or engineering
• Experience teaching in independent schools

Compensation Range : $66,500 - $107,000 a year (this role is eligible for benefits)

At Princeton Day School, offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package is one way we recognize our employee's contribution to the success of the school and our role in helping our employees and their families be healthy, feel secure and maintain work/life balance. Full-time and part-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for PDS' competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous 403(b) match, paid time off, and many other valuable benefits.

Princeton Day School is the region's premier independent day school for students from Pre-K through Grade 12. We aspire to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive community in which all members are seen, challenged, affirmed, respected and valued. Nestled on a picturesque 106-acre campus just two miles from Downtown Princeton and with a history dating back to 1899, PDS provides students with unparalleled opportunities for discovery, exploration and innovation and seeks employees who are passionate about their work and who embrace the importance of lifelong learning.

Qualified candidates should submit the following to be considered:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Statement of educational philosophy
• Three (3) professional references