Career Center

Kimball Union Academy (KUA) seeks an experienced, student-centered, and pedagogically innovative teacher who can teach mathematics and physical sciences to join our community as a full-time faculty member who will actively support and fulfill KUA’s mission “to create a deep sense of belonging for every member of our community. Through intentionally designed experiences and challenges, our students develop the knowledge, voice, and character to live with purpose and integrity.”

ABOUT THE POSITION 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Plan and teach two sections of mathematics up to the Algebra II level
• Plan and teach two to three sections of chemistry and/or physics at the standard level
• Teach a curriculum and work in collaboration with a community that embraces diversity, provides equity, and ensures inclusion and belonging for all
• Teach using current pedagogical practices including Universal Design for Learning, backwards planning (Understanding by Design), and project-based learning to equip students with the 21^st century skills they need for college and beyond
• Coach sports and/or lead activities
• Advise a small cohort of students
• Serve as a dorm parent in our residential program and work within a team to supervise and facilitate weekend activities on occasional weekends  
• Pursue continuous growth and development in understanding and implementation of diverse and effective instructional practices 
• Contribute knowledge, expertise, and passion to the on-going collaborative effort to innovate and improve KUA’s curriculum 
• Participate in committee work as assigned by school leadership 

QUALIFICATIONS 

A bachelor’s degree in mathematics and/or physical science or a closely related field; a graduate degree in mathematics, science or education is preferred

• 1-5 years (or more) of teaching high school mathematics and/or science
• Collaborative approach, willing to work closely with colleagues both in and outside of the department
• Facility with Mac OS, tablet technologies, Microsoft365, and other math education-enhancing products is preferred
• Experience in a range of sports – coaching experience preferred
• Flexible, resilient, and creative working within a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a track record for building strong relationships with both students and colleagues
• Strong analytical skills and an ability to learn new systems quickly
• Student-centered educator with a commitment to investing in the lives of young people