Mathematics Teacher- Leave Replacement

Job Description

Job Description

About Portledge School :

Portledge School was founded in 1965 and is located on the beautiful North Shore of Long Island. Approximately fifty minutes (28 miles) from NYC by train, Portledge is nestled on a pastoral 63-acre tree-lined campus that is known for its cherry blossoms in spring. Enrolling approximately 535 students in grades PN-12, Portledge offers a competitive college preparatory program in a warm, inclusive community. We seek to inspire our students to realize their individual potential by developing critical thinking skills and moral courage necessary for lifelong learning in an increasingly complex world. Portledge is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body.

Job Description :

Portledge School seeks to hire a dynamic Middle / Upper School mathematics teacher for a full time leave replacement position from April 2026-June 2026. The ideal candidate will have a strong mathematics background with the flexibility to effectively teach Pre-Algebra, PreCalculus, Calculus (college prep and AP) as well as IB Analysis and Approaches. This individual should be driven to create a classroom environment where student learning is a non-negotiable goal and passion is evident on a daily basis. Responsibilities include teaching 6 sections of mathematics, participating collegially in meetings and initiatives of the mathematics department, serving as an advisor to a group of ten upper school students, and taking an active role in the life of the school community. This position will report to the Middle and Upper School Division Heads.

Responsibilities :

Our faculty work in a warm, collaborative environment...

Delivering consistent high-quality instruction, mentoring and teaching to students

Participating in collaborative planning and ongoing professional development and a professional learning community

Staying current with current educational research and pedagogy related to classroom instruction and educational trends

Attending evening / weekend programs that support the community throughout the year

Pursuing both self-guided and formal professional development on an ongoing basis

They are

Lifelong, intellectual learners who have a passion for teaching and mentoring children

Interested in and committed to teaching subject matter from multiple cultural perspectives

Committed to and passionate about working in an antiracist school community that embraces anti-racist work and inclusivity

Familiarity with technologies necessary for teaching in an online environment

Google competencies - Familiarity with and ability to use Google docs, drive and slides as both a professional collaboration tool and an integrated instructional tool in the classroom

Clear about instructional goals

Knowledgeable about content

Clear communicators with their students about what is expected of them and why

Knowledgeable about their students

Willing to teach students metacognitive strategies

Prepared to offer effective feedback

Excited about and responsible for student outcomes

Qualifications :

BA Degree minimum; advanced degree preferred in relevant area(s)

Teaching certification preferred

Candidates with formal teaching experience given preference

Superb written and oral communication as well as organizational and time management skills

Ability to comfortably, warmly, and effectively engage with large and small groups of adults and / or students in professional or social settings

Belief in the value of all types of diversity with a commitment to social justice and equity

Anti-racism / anti-bias training preferred

A commitment to the qualities embodied by the Portledge pillars : Kindness, Purpose, Honor, Respect

Desire to nurture the whole child and to support students by attending all school events such as art, music, theater, athletics and community functions.

Committed to teaching and nurturing social emotional learning of children

Commitment to excellence and to professional and personal growth

Familiarity with and ability to use Google docs, drive and slides as both a professional collaboration tool and an integrated instructional tool in the classroom

Ability to develop trusting, supportive relationships with students

Coaching ability and enthusiasm is highly desired in a candidate

Compensation Range : $175-$225 per day

Application Notes :

Please apply through the link provided on our Careers Page with your resume and cover letter.. Email applications will not be accepted

Deadline : Open until filled

Start Date : April 6, 2026