Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Renbrook School (West Hartford, CT), an independent day school for children age three to grade eight, seeks an experienced educator to teach middle school mathematics (Pre-Algebra and Algebra I) and serve as an Advisor for the 2026-2027 school year. This position reports to the Head of the Upper School (Grades 5-8).

The successful candidate will possess the following personal qualities:

• A passion for teaching and learning.
• A growth mindset with an eye toward continuous improvement.
• A love of children and a fun sense of humor.
• Steadfast integrity.

The successful candidate will possess the following experiences and qualifications:

• A master’s degree (preferred) or bachelor’s degree in mathematics or related field.
• Experience teaching middle school-age children, particularly in an independent, day, college preparatory, or similar school setting.
• A love and enthusiasm for teaching middle school mathematics.
• A willingness to teach Algebra II and Geometry if the need arose.
• A strong understanding of child development and the unique needs of middle school students.
• Skill in differentiating instruction and supporting learners with a range of abilities and backgrounds; familiarity with standards-based grading or inquiry-based math instruction.
• A proven record of positive and constructive peer-to-peer collaboration.
• Skills, talents, and flexibility for contributing to an independent school community in additional capacities like coaching sports, leading homeroom, advising extracurricular activities, etc.
• Proven history of building positive relationships with and among students, parents, and faculty.

The review of candidates will begin immediately with an expected start date in August 2026.

A generous salary and benefits package (including health, dental, and retirement, professional development, free lunch, and tuition remission) and a supportive professional environment are strong features of Renbrook’s learning community.

All applications must be provided via e-mail. Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references included together in one PDF document, to employment@renbrook.org with “Mathematics” in the subject line.

Renbrook School is an affirmative action – equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disability, intellectual disability, learning disability or physical disability, including but not limited to blindness, veteran status, sexual orientation, and other protected classes.

Renbrook School will make a reasonable accommodation for known disabilities of a qualified applicant or employee unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on its operation.