Career Center

Math Teacher with Making Math Real Training

Academic Year 2023 - 24

Mission Statement and Academic Approach:

North Bridge Academy empowers and equips students with dyslexia to embrace their strengths, realize their potential, and fulfill their aspirations. We provide individualized instruction grounded in evidence-based, structured literacy programs in an intimate and caring community.

The overall culture of North Bridge Academy is kind and inclusive. Our families are grateful that their children are in a school where students are safe and understood. Please visit our website at www.northbridgeacademy.org to learn more about our history and success. 

Description:

The ideal candidate will be an empathetic teacher or educational therapist who has extensive Making Math Real training and experience teaching 4th - 8th grade Math classes. He or she understands dyslexic learners and the importance of supporting the social/emotional needs of all students.

Responsibilities:

• To create and maintain a climate of trust and positive regard for students
• To use Making Math Real methodology to teach 4th - 8th grade Math 
• To provide standards-based, instruction in all classes
• To provide differentiated instruction for small groups
• To support the social/emotional needs of our students by implementing SEL or Mindfulness curriculum throughout the class
• To present content in a multi-sensory, explicit fashion while providing scaffolding where needed
• To maintain ongoing parent correspondence
• To accurately assess each student's progress and complete quarterly Progress Reports
• To collaborate with the school staff (Learning Specialist, Homeroom Teachers, Curricular Lead, Operations Manager and Head of School) and parents to tailor instruction best suited for the individual needs of that child

Attendance at weekly staff meetings, Back To School Night, and open houses is expected and required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field
• Two years of formal classroom experience working with children
• Proficiency with technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience teaching students that fit our profile
• Single Subject Teaching Credential in Math
• Multiple-Subject Credential 
• Masters of Arts in Special Education (Mild/Moderate)
• Masters degree in Math 
• Training in Making Math Real through Pre-Algebra
• Training in social-emotional learning and/or mindful practices

About North Bridge Academy

At North Bridge Academy (www.northbridgeacademy.org) we teach elementary and middle school aged students with dyslexia. Our mission is to close their learning gaps and to help them learn at the level of their potential. Every day, we provide opportunities for our students to see themselves as capable learners, and we encourage them to develop their strengths.

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