Summer Program Introductory Calculus Faculty

Company: The Bush School
Location: Seattle
Posted on: March 20, 2025

Job Description:

The Bush School is dedicated to valuing different perspectives and backgrounds, inspiring curiosity, motivating employees to take risks, and encouraging compassion and kindness. Our employees enjoy an environment that inspires creativity while being part of a collaborative community.Summer Program Introductory Calculus Faculty (Seattle, WA)Work Schedule: June 30, 2025 - July 25, 2025 (not including July 4, 2025)*This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.The Bush School is in search of an individual to join our Summer Program team as an Introductory Calculus Faculty member. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school's mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. We encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.The Summer Program Introductory Calculus Teacher reports to the Summer Program Manager and works closely with students and families, as well as the Summer Program Manager and Math Department Chair. This position will be responsible for teaching an Introductory Calculus Math course Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm beginning on June 30, 2025 and ending on July 25, 2025 (not including Friday, July 4, 2025, as it is a school observed holiday).While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and tasks listed below:

• Create and sustain a positive classroom culture, based on the mission and values of the school.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Teach topics including solving trigonometry equations, rates of change, limits, sequences, series, and introduce differentiation and integration.
• Utilize developmentally appropriate teaching methods, materials, and workload expectations for students in grades nine through twelve.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging content in this field.
• Enhance curriculum and student engagement with relevant lessons, guided practice, and age-appropriate technologies.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum.
• Develop a responsive, student-centered classroom community that fosters engagement, inquiry, risk-taking, and confidence.
• Adapt instructional methods and differentiate instruction as needed, in collaboration with learning support colleagues.
• Partner with parents and communicate effectively about course expectations, challenges, and successes.
• Provide documented feedback midcourse, July 11, and at end of class, July 25.
• Give regular small assessments for mid-course feedback and an end-of-course final that determines advancement to the next course.
• Conscientiously complete other duties as assigned.Experience and Professional Competencies:
  • Experience teaching Mathematics is required (middle school and/or high school).
  • A bachelor's degree is required (a degree in mathematics or education with a math focus is preferred).
  • A graduate degree is preferred.Successful candidates will have:
    • Possess a philosophy of education that aligns with the school's mission and values.
    • Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff, and parents/guardians to maintain constructive and professional relationships.
    • Complete work in a timely and thorough manner and be conscientious about assignments and deadlines.
    • Be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning.
    • Have proficient skills in the use of technology, including, but not limited to, Mac or Windows OS, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and relevant cloud-based tools.Additional Requirements:
      • Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date).
      • Meet the school's standards when completing two separate background screenings.Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:
        • This temporary, term-limited position is a stipend position that is paid a total of $7,980 for instructing the entire program and finalizing grading.
        • City of Seattle Sick and Safe Leave.
        • Free parking at Seattle, WA campus.HOW TO APPLY:Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the "About Bush" tab) for additional information/instructions.While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission, or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.
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