Middle School Mathematics Teacher (Leave Replacement)

The Packer Collegiate Institute invites candidates to apply for a full-time position in the Middle School Math Department for the first semester of the 2026–27 academic year.

Dates: August 26, 2026 - January 29, 2027

Responsibilities:

This position includes teaching four sections of 7th and/or 8th grade math and advising a small group of Middle School students. The role involves close collaboration with fellow math teachers and the grade-level advising team.

Packer’s work with students and families requires strong written and verbal communication about student progress, as well as a commitment to providing individualized support beyond the classroom. We seek educators who are eager to engage with complex ideas, reflect on their own practice, and support students’ identities and diverse backgrounds.

Applicants should possess:

• At least three years of math teaching experience, including at least two years at the middle school level

• Experience with and interest in inquiry-based, student-centered instruction

• A commitment to anti-bias work and fostering an inclusive, equitable school community

• Demonstrated ability to develop and refine curriculum for a diverse group of learners

• A strong commitment to collaboration with colleagues

• Dedication to excellent teaching, the use of best practices in math education, and ongoing professional growth

• Understanding of the cognitive, social, and emotional development of middle school learners

• Interest in and comfort with serving as an advisor

• A Master’s degree (preferred, not required)

Reasonable Accommodations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Packer's values and vision of educational excellence include embracing diversity, fostering community, nurturing a sense of belonging, and ensuring all learners are valued and challenged. We actively embrace the diversity of New York City and seek employees who share Packer’s values of equity, inclusion, and belonging, and who wish to learn from the experiences and perspectives of others. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and perspectives may be underrepresented.

The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.

Salaries are determined based on a scale reflecting years of teaching experience and level of education.