Great Hearts Academies·Arlington, Texas
The teacher will deliver 6th grade math lessons using a Socratic pedagogy and the Great Hearts curriculum to foster a joyful classroom environment. They are also responsible for monitoring student progress and maintaining professional partnerships with families.
Math Teacher - 6th grade Location: Great Hearts Arlington Upper School Reports To: Headmaster FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt
We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally. Mathematics at Great Hearts: Rigorous courses in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Euclidean Geometry, and Calculus. Students study mathematics every year K-12 as part of the core curriculum. Mathematics is not aimed at or limited to those with particular career aspirations but rather taught for its own sake because it is awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful. We explore the nature of math itself and have a pure-mathematics focus; our courses are proof-based, and taught using a largely Socratic pedagogy. Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost Texas Teacher Retirement System Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner. Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment. Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships. Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching. Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role Certification is not required for general education All majors are welcome US work authorization Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A bachelor's degree or higher is required, though certification is not mandatory for general education. Candidates must have US work authorization and pass a criminal background check.
Market context
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