Upper School Mathematics Faculty

The primary responsibility of full-time faculty is to support curriculum development and provide instruction in the classroom. Additional duties require that full-time faculty participate in the afternoon and residential programs. All faculty are expected to understand and promote the mission, standards, and policies of the School. Responsibilities Provide quality classroom instruction for four classes under the guidance of the appropriate department chair and the Head of Upper School. Constructively participate in departmental initiatives under the direction of the appropriate department chair, including annual departmental goals and additional long-term initiatives. Communicate with students and their parents regarding ongoing performance, building trust and ensuring student growth and learning. Communicate with appropriate administrators regarding students who are struggling to meet the demands of the school curriculum and coordinate efforts to remediate accordingly. Sponsor, lead and/or support assigned activities that comprise the school’s afternoon program, including keeping accurate records of students’ attendance and communicating behavioral issues with the Assistant Dean of Students. Activities are assigned in relation to coaching or other assigned duties and may include driving a group of students in a school vehicle. As deemed appropriate, provide coaching for the Athletic Program, under the direction of the Athletic Director. Coaching duties fulfill a component of the afternoon program. Support the residential program in the evenings and on weekends as deemed appropriate by the Assistant Head of School for Student Life and the Head of Upper School. Duties will include supervision and driving students to off-campus activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A bachelor’s degree; master’s degree or higher preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of subjects taught, backed by a love of learning evident in daily practice. At least five years of experience in the classroom or equivalent experience teaching and/or mentoring young people. Ability to manage a variety of programs and activities simultaneously and support a spirit of teamwork among individuals pursuing common goals. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, necessary for active participation in an educational community. Strong interpersonal skills and an unflappable "solutions-oriented" professionalism. Ability to project an image of professional competence and credibility in representing Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School. A strong commitment to the principles of teamwork and shared responsibility for success. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools