Position Description  

The math specialist will partner with Burke's three Upper School (5th-8th grade) math teachers to support differentiated instruction to reach a broad range of learners. This position also focuses on curriculum development with an eye toward ensuring the Upper  School math program at Burke’s is student-centered, focuses on inquiry-based learning, and sets students up for success in applying their math knowledge to the world around them.  The math specialist role is 0.6 FTE. For the 2023-2024 school year, this person will need to  teach one section of 8th grade math, which will be 0.2 FTE. 

Job Responsibilities include:  

• Teaching one section Upper School Math (0.2 FTE):
  • Formally assessing and reporting on student progress three times per year  using checklist/narrative report cards
  • Providing extra-help sessions during and after the school day, as needed o Planning and supervising field trips relevant to curriculum 
• Math Specialist (0.6 FTE):
• • Modeling strategies for differentiated instruction to reach both students who  need extra support and those who are ready for an extra challenge (deepening  and extending current material vs. accelerating)
  • Providing resources, tools, and strategies for differentiated instruction o Supporting math teachers in the planning of lessons and units as the year unfolds
  • Co-teaching with math teachers
  • Providing small-group math instruction to students
  • Meeting with math teachers by and across grade-level to discuss curriculum,  assessment, and student work
  • Facilitating Math Olympiad-like math group(s) for students who want to go  deeper and grapple with different types of problems 
• Communication:
  • Effective communication with colleagues in support of a collegial and  collaborative professional community
  • Timely and supportive communication with students, parents, and caregivers  to foster a strong partnership with families
• Collaboration:
  • Participate in regular math team meetings in addition to attending faculty  meetings
  • Contribute to curriculum development and revision
• Supervisory duties as needed 

Qualifications & Skills  

Below are the personal and professional qualities that we believe are important for the success of the person in this role. Unless specifically noted as a prerequisite for the role, these qualifications and skills are preferred. We know many candidates bring a full complement of experience, skills, and ideas, even if they don’t check every box of a job description. If you meet many of our criteria, please don’t hesitate to apply. Every application gets serious consideration,  including those with skill sets that we may not have included here. We welcome all applicants who will bring a unique perspective and personal characteristics to our amazing team.

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent, preferably math-related 
• Experience teaching at middle school level 
• Demonstrated confidence in:
  • differentiation of instruction
  • cultural competency
  • project-based learning
  • innovative use of technology in instruction
  • Understanding by Design approach to curriculum design (preferred)
• Commitment to:
  • equitable and anti-racist teaching practices
  • integrating service learning into classroom projects
  • modeling lifelong learning and professional growth by engaging in  professional development opportunities
• Understanding of, and appreciation for:
• • the social-emotional development of adolescent girls
  • providing opportunities for learning through play by inviting creativity,  imagination, curiosity, and tinkering into the classroom
• Flexible
• Creative
• Collaborative
• Possessing a growth mindset and openness to feedback
• Burke’s does not sponsor employment visas. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement  

Burke’s is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, religion,  national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. 

To Apply: Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter, resumé, and references to burkes.workable.com.

About Katherine Delmar Burke School

Burke's is an independent K-8 gender-inclusive all-girls’ school located on a 3.5-acre campus in San Francisco. Burke’s is one of California’s leading elementary schools with a 112-year tradition of educational excellence. Our mission is to educate, encourage, and empower girls. The school combines strong academic and co-curricular programs with an emphasis on project-based learning and personal growth in a diverse and inclusive community. We emphasize the development of fundamental and higher-level critical thinking skills in an atmosphere of creativity, exploration, academic rigor, and joyful learning.

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