Pre-Algebra Teacher

Mission Statement:
Cardinal Newman School is a Catholic middle and high school whose mission is to provide an academically rigorous Christian education to young men and women from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. We challenge our students to embrace truth, pursue academic excellence, act with integrity, lead courageously, work for justice, and engage in generous service. We are a community where every student is known, the dignity of all is appreciated, and apparent and potential gifts are developed in mind, body, and spirit. CNS is accredited and has a long history of providing excellent college preparatory education to both Catholic and non-Catholic students.

Description:

Cardinal Newman School of Columbia, South Carolina is accepting applications for a dependable mathematics teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. The candidate will be skilled in developing students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills and will employ a variety of instructional strategies to ensure that all students are challenged to progress toward mastery of complex concepts. The candidate must be able to integrate technology in a one-to-one classroom environment. Course levels will include college preparatory and honors pre-algebra. New teacher orientation will start August 4th, 2025.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understanding the curriculum and developing long range plans, lesson plans, and teaching methods that will help students master the required content.
• Preparing and delivering lessons that meet the three-dimensional learning expectations of the standards.
• Flexibility to teach multiple courses as student needs arise
• Preparing appropriate and varied assessments that assess students both formatively and summatively.
• Ensuring appropriate resources and consultation times are available to students.
• Ensuring that appropriate educational needs are met for all students
• Maintain strict records of student attendance, participation, homework, lab work and test results.
• Attending staff and parent meetings, conferences, workshops, and other continuing education programs.
• Handling various administration functions, which include updating student records, verifying student accommodations are implemented, and keeping track of lab supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Ensuring a safe, healthy classroom environment where learning can take place.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or a related discipline, although a master's or above is preferred.
• Teaching certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of teaching styles is recommended.
• Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Strong multitasking skills.
To apply, please submit a resume, official or non-official college transcript, and the contact information for two references (references will not be contacted until after an interview) to [email protected]. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled.