Math Teaching Faculty

Job Summary: Teaching faculty are responsible for fostering a positive, supportive learning experience for every student. In addition to teaching, faculty contribute to South Kent’s extra-curricular programs and student’s residential life.

Rooted in the Science of Learning, our academic program is built on the belief that all students can achieve meaningful academic growth when provided with effective instruction and support. We pursue this through a competency-based approach, where instruction aligns with clearly defined instructional objectives and student learning targets, which are observable demonstrations of knowledge and skills. Teachers assess progress based on these targets and provide timely, constructive feedback to guide continued growth.

This approach combines explicit instruction with opportunities for authentic student engagement. When appropriate, project-based learning is incorporated to connect abstract concepts to real-world applications, helping students prepare for a rapidly changing world.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver instruction that emphasizes explicit teaching aligned with clearly defined instructional objectives and student learning targets.
• Apply Understanding by Design (UbD) principles to develop syllabi, unit plans, and assessments that promote clear, observable demonstrations of student learning.
• Use project-based curriculum elements when appropriate to deepen understanding and connect ideas to real-life contexts.
• Maintains instructional spaces in accordance with institutional safety guidelines.
• Implements departmental curricula, objectives, assessments, and policies.
• Teaches up to five blocks in a five-block rotating schedule each trimester including all elements of planning, instruction, and assessment. Our goal is to have faculty teach four out of five, but in extreme cases you may be asked to teach an additional block.  
• Teaches the curriculum designed for the course during class periods, as assigned. 
• Be available, as part of a rotating faculty group, to provide substitute class coverage when a colleague cannot be present.
• Offers regular and specific feedback on student work.
• Available for extra support during designated office hours in the weekly schedule 
• Counsels student advisees as assigned, meeting with them at least weekly, and maintains appropriate records on each advisee.
• Follows School protocol about regular contact with the parents of students and advisees.
• Attends meetings and participates in school committees as required and appropriate.
• Lead or assist with an afternoon or evening activity for two out of three seasons.
• Dorm and evening duties
• Public passenger endorsement
• Weekend duties as designated by the School
• Formal meal supervision
• Campus jobs
• Observes and enforces the School's policies and regulations.
• Maintains qualifications for employment in accordance with institutional and accreditation guidelines.
• All other duties, as reasonably expected at a boarding school.

Job Education & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree is required, Master's Degree is preferred and must be in a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to work flexible hours when necessary.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrate support for South Kent’s commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion.

Compensation:

Compensation is competitive and includes meals when school is in session.

All interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, references, and any questions to South Kent School at the following: [email protected].