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Upper School Mathematics Faculty (Grades 6-12)

4/12/2024

The Summit Preparatory School of Southwest Missouri is seeking an educator in the following area for the 2024-2025 academic year:

Upper School Mathematics Faculty (Grades 6-12)

The Summit, located in Springfield, MO, is a fully accredited, independent, non-profit, co-educational day school meeting the learning needs of students in Early Learners through High School.  The Summit is characterized by its progressive, student-centered philosophy, academically challenging curriculum, personalized, “deeper learning” approach, motivated students, small class sizes, and talented, dedicated faculty.

Upper School faculty at The Summit provide instruction for a growing program consisting of approximately  60 students  in grades 6-12. The ideal candidate will support and advance existing philosophy through project-based learning, differentiated instruction, and ongoing curriculum development. Math department courses may include the following: 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math, Applied Math, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Data Science. The Summit offers a regionally competitive salary in a collaborative and engaging teaching community. Initial one-year contract with possibility to extend. Reporting date August 2024.

Candidate Profile:

  • Demonstrates commitment to progressive pedagogy

  • Excels in curriculum design and development

  • Establishes student-centered environment with an inquiry-based instructional approach

  • Integrates technology effectively

  • Exhibits excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Collaborates well with colleagues to promote an integrated educational experience

  • Successfully meets challenges and solves problems creatively

  • Models a growth mindset and pursues life-long learning

Qualifications/Experience:

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field (Master’s preferred)

  • Teacher certification (preferred)

  • Ability to teach dual credit mathematics courses (preferred)

  • Minimum 2+ years  experience in classroom or in academic field (preferred)



Interested candidates should complete this Application for Employment and submit all required documentation, including a current résumé, letter of interest, and statement of educational philosophy.  Application is open until position is filled. The Summit reserves the right to close the application process at any time. Please direct any questions about the position to Dr. Tara Bonebrake, tbonebrake@thesummitprep.org.



EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability/handicap, or religion, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in the school’s employment opportunities.

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Job Type : Full-Time, Contract
Education Level : Bachelors Degree
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