Relay Graduate School of Education
Professor, Curriculum Design, Secondary Mathematics
Relay Graduate School of Education, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Professor, Curriculum Design, Secondary Mathematics
Flexible within the US Job Title:
Professor,Curriculum Design, Secondary Mathematics Location:
Flexible within the U.S. Type:
Full-time Team : Teacher Preparation Start Date:
November 3, 2025 Priority Application Review Deadline : September 19, 2025 SUMMARY Relay Graduate School of Education (Relay) is an accredited not-for-profit institution of higher education serving thousands of educators from across the country, from pre-service teachers to system-level leaders. Our mission is to ensure that all students are taught by excellent educators, in order to build a more just world where every student has a clear path to a fulfilling life. The Teacher Preparation team supports both pre-service and in-service teachers through programs designed to develop the knowledge, skills, mindsets, and dispositions of culturally responsive and inclusive educators. The Professor, Curriculum Design, Secondary Mathematics plays a key role in designing and revising courses, while also teaching a subset of students each term. This work directly impacts student learning across the department’s courses and programs. Reporting to the Department Chair, Secondary Mathematics, this role will evolve in alignment with Relay’s broader programmatic shifts. The professor will contribute to Relay’s overall approach to teacher preparation and must be adaptable in a dynamic, evolving landscape. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The essential responsibilities of this position, while not limited to the following, will include: Design engaging, accessible asynchronous and synchronous learning experiences grounded in adult learning and culturally responsive pedagogy. Revise course content based on student feedback, performance data, and faculty insights. Collaborate with faculty, instructional designers, and the accreditation team to ensure alignment with state standards, certification requirements, and accreditation guidelines. Monitor evolving state and national requirements and update courses to maintain compliance. Gather and incorporate feedback from students, faculty, and staff to continuously improve program quality and effectiveness. Teaching Responsibilities (40%) Teach 1–3 Secondary Mathematics courses per term to cohorts of approximately 50 students. Adapt to flexible teaching schedules, including evening classes (Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5:30–8:00 p.m. CT) and occasional Saturdays. Engage in peer observation cycles and provide/receive constructive feedback to strengthen teaching practices. Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum implementation and share best practices. Support students with timely feedback, academic guidance, and access to relevant learning resources. Center Student Experience (15%) Develop and implement strategies to create positive and supportive learning environments in all department courses and programs. Ensure all department courses align with organizational mission and vision statements. Design and deliver courses that prioritize student needs, learning preferences, and feedback. Solicit student feedback regularly and adjust course content and delivery accordingly. Implement data-informed improvements to enhance student engagement, learning, and satisfaction. Institutional Service (5%) Serve the institution through committee, working group, and/or board membership QUALIFICATIONS First and foremost, the Professor,Curriculum Design must share the Relay community’s commitment to working together to improve student growth and achievement through phenomenal teacher preparation grounded in diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. This includes providing teacher preparation programs that set novice teachers up to succeed in the classroom from day one; leadership programs that train new and veteran school and district leaders to best serve their school communities; and teacher-facing professional education that provides ongoing learning to educators. Additionally, for this position, we’re looking for candidates who possess a combination of the following skills: Minimum Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in curriculum design. 5 years of classroom teaching experience in Secondary Mathematics (Grades 7-12). Graduate degree (masters or doctorate) in a relevant educational field. Knowledge of current research and best practices in Secondary Mathematics. Experience teaching or coaching adult learners through collegiate courses or school-based professional development. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to build collegial relationships with diverse individuals and teams. Proven project management skills with the ability to synthesize information from various sources. Availability to teach two nights a week and up to two Saturdays per term. The following qualifications are highly preferred: Experience with online teaching and/or curriculum design. Knowledge of current research focused on mathematical modeling and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Understanding of the evolving educator preparation landscape nationwide. Engagement with national education organizations. Relay prepares teachers and school leaders to teach students of all identities and backgrounds in order to push toward a time when this country no longer faces stark educational inequities. We recruit, develop, support, and retain a diverse staff, faculty, and graduate student body because we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and actively anti-racist institution. We know, and the data supports, that diversity, equity, and inclusion cultivate an environment in which people of all backgrounds can thrive and this is critical to achieving our mission of educational excellence and equity. To fulfill that commitment, Relay encourages applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply for roles that align with their own interests and career trajectory. If you meet a majority of the qualifications and see yourself in this role, we would love to see your application! COMPENSATION Relay is committed to creating and maintaining a compensation and benefits system that supports our ability to recruit and retain a diverse and talented team. As we make decisions about compensation, we will be guided by the following values: clarity, consistency, and internal equity. The salary range for this role is $87,057-105,339. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range,
$87,057
to allow for an equitable starting salary process and continual salary growth during an employee’s time at Relay GSE. Relay does not currently differentiate starting salary offers based on years of experience, All staff salaries will be capped at the salary range maximum, and Relay does not negotiate salary offers. Relay offers a comprehensive total rewards package. For full-time roles, this includes health insurance benefits, disability and life insurance, retirement plan, professional development, gym reimbursement, adoption assistance, paid time off (PTO), parental leave, etc. To learn more about Relay’s benefits, please visit here . WORK LOCATION POLICY Employees must have a primary work location within the U.S., where they are legally authorized to work. Relay is a registered employer in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington State and Washington DC. Please note that Relay Graduate School of Education's headquarters are in New York City. Employees who choose to perform work from states not listed here will be subject to NYC state withholdings. Relay Graduate School of Education provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Relay Graduate School of Education? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf What is your legal first name and last name? * What is your chosen/preferred name? LinkedIn Profile Website Where did you hear about this job? * Select... Are you authorized to work in the United States? Please note that at this time, Relay is not yet authorized to employ foreign nationals under the provisions of visa requirements established by federal law. * Select... When is your earliest or ideal start date? * What are your salary expectations for your next role? * Why are you interested in working at Relay? * Why are you interested in this role? * In 4-6 sentences, explain how your previous work experiences or education have prepared you for this role? * Give an example of a best practice in mathematics teaching and describe how you have either developed this practice for yourself or supported someone else in developing the practice. * Share an example of how you have supported a student or a teacher in developing a growth mindset regarding Math. What was the impact of your work on that person? * I certify that the information I have provided in my application is complete and accurate. * Select... U.S. Standard Demographic Questions
Relay is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and actively anti-racist institution. We know, and the data supports, that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our organizational health. Cultivating an environment in which people of all backgrounds can thrive is critical to achieving our mission of educational excellence and equity. We cultivate and recruit diverse candidates for our staff and faculty, ultimately seeking to mirror the representation in the communities we serve. We invite applicants to share their demographic background. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses may be used to identify areas of improvement in our hiring process and ways we can be supportive to our talent community. This information bears no influence on your candidacy. How would you describe your gender identity? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your sexual orientation? (mark all that apply) Select... Do you identify as transgender? Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning? Select... Are you a veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select...
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Flexible within the US Job Title:
Professor,Curriculum Design, Secondary Mathematics Location:
Flexible within the U.S. Type:
Full-time Team : Teacher Preparation Start Date:
November 3, 2025 Priority Application Review Deadline : September 19, 2025 SUMMARY Relay Graduate School of Education (Relay) is an accredited not-for-profit institution of higher education serving thousands of educators from across the country, from pre-service teachers to system-level leaders. Our mission is to ensure that all students are taught by excellent educators, in order to build a more just world where every student has a clear path to a fulfilling life. The Teacher Preparation team supports both pre-service and in-service teachers through programs designed to develop the knowledge, skills, mindsets, and dispositions of culturally responsive and inclusive educators. The Professor, Curriculum Design, Secondary Mathematics plays a key role in designing and revising courses, while also teaching a subset of students each term. This work directly impacts student learning across the department’s courses and programs. Reporting to the Department Chair, Secondary Mathematics, this role will evolve in alignment with Relay’s broader programmatic shifts. The professor will contribute to Relay’s overall approach to teacher preparation and must be adaptable in a dynamic, evolving landscape. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The essential responsibilities of this position, while not limited to the following, will include: Design engaging, accessible asynchronous and synchronous learning experiences grounded in adult learning and culturally responsive pedagogy. Revise course content based on student feedback, performance data, and faculty insights. Collaborate with faculty, instructional designers, and the accreditation team to ensure alignment with state standards, certification requirements, and accreditation guidelines. Monitor evolving state and national requirements and update courses to maintain compliance. Gather and incorporate feedback from students, faculty, and staff to continuously improve program quality and effectiveness. Teaching Responsibilities (40%) Teach 1–3 Secondary Mathematics courses per term to cohorts of approximately 50 students. Adapt to flexible teaching schedules, including evening classes (Tuesdays/Thursdays, 5:30–8:00 p.m. CT) and occasional Saturdays. Engage in peer observation cycles and provide/receive constructive feedback to strengthen teaching practices. Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum implementation and share best practices. Support students with timely feedback, academic guidance, and access to relevant learning resources. Center Student Experience (15%) Develop and implement strategies to create positive and supportive learning environments in all department courses and programs. Ensure all department courses align with organizational mission and vision statements. Design and deliver courses that prioritize student needs, learning preferences, and feedback. Solicit student feedback regularly and adjust course content and delivery accordingly. Implement data-informed improvements to enhance student engagement, learning, and satisfaction. Institutional Service (5%) Serve the institution through committee, working group, and/or board membership QUALIFICATIONS First and foremost, the Professor,Curriculum Design must share the Relay community’s commitment to working together to improve student growth and achievement through phenomenal teacher preparation grounded in diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. This includes providing teacher preparation programs that set novice teachers up to succeed in the classroom from day one; leadership programs that train new and veteran school and district leaders to best serve their school communities; and teacher-facing professional education that provides ongoing learning to educators. Additionally, for this position, we’re looking for candidates who possess a combination of the following skills: Minimum Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in curriculum design. 5 years of classroom teaching experience in Secondary Mathematics (Grades 7-12). Graduate degree (masters or doctorate) in a relevant educational field. Knowledge of current research and best practices in Secondary Mathematics. Experience teaching or coaching adult learners through collegiate courses or school-based professional development. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to build collegial relationships with diverse individuals and teams. Proven project management skills with the ability to synthesize information from various sources. Availability to teach two nights a week and up to two Saturdays per term. The following qualifications are highly preferred: Experience with online teaching and/or curriculum design. Knowledge of current research focused on mathematical modeling and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Understanding of the evolving educator preparation landscape nationwide. Engagement with national education organizations. Relay prepares teachers and school leaders to teach students of all identities and backgrounds in order to push toward a time when this country no longer faces stark educational inequities. We recruit, develop, support, and retain a diverse staff, faculty, and graduate student body because we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and actively anti-racist institution. We know, and the data supports, that diversity, equity, and inclusion cultivate an environment in which people of all backgrounds can thrive and this is critical to achieving our mission of educational excellence and equity. To fulfill that commitment, Relay encourages applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply for roles that align with their own interests and career trajectory. If you meet a majority of the qualifications and see yourself in this role, we would love to see your application! COMPENSATION Relay is committed to creating and maintaining a compensation and benefits system that supports our ability to recruit and retain a diverse and talented team. As we make decisions about compensation, we will be guided by the following values: clarity, consistency, and internal equity. The salary range for this role is $87,057-105,339. New hires will be offered a salary at the starting point of the range,
$87,057
to allow for an equitable starting salary process and continual salary growth during an employee’s time at Relay GSE. Relay does not currently differentiate starting salary offers based on years of experience, All staff salaries will be capped at the salary range maximum, and Relay does not negotiate salary offers. Relay offers a comprehensive total rewards package. For full-time roles, this includes health insurance benefits, disability and life insurance, retirement plan, professional development, gym reimbursement, adoption assistance, paid time off (PTO), parental leave, etc. To learn more about Relay’s benefits, please visit here . WORK LOCATION POLICY Employees must have a primary work location within the U.S., where they are legally authorized to work. Relay is a registered employer in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington State and Washington DC. Please note that Relay Graduate School of Education's headquarters are in New York City. Employees who choose to perform work from states not listed here will be subject to NYC state withholdings. Relay Graduate School of Education provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Relay Graduate School of Education? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Apply for this job
* indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Resume/CV * Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf What is your legal first name and last name? * What is your chosen/preferred name? LinkedIn Profile Website Where did you hear about this job? * Select... Are you authorized to work in the United States? Please note that at this time, Relay is not yet authorized to employ foreign nationals under the provisions of visa requirements established by federal law. * Select... When is your earliest or ideal start date? * What are your salary expectations for your next role? * Why are you interested in working at Relay? * Why are you interested in this role? * In 4-6 sentences, explain how your previous work experiences or education have prepared you for this role? * Give an example of a best practice in mathematics teaching and describe how you have either developed this practice for yourself or supported someone else in developing the practice. * Share an example of how you have supported a student or a teacher in developing a growth mindset regarding Math. What was the impact of your work on that person? * I certify that the information I have provided in my application is complete and accurate. * Select... U.S. Standard Demographic Questions
Relay is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and actively anti-racist institution. We know, and the data supports, that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our organizational health. Cultivating an environment in which people of all backgrounds can thrive is critical to achieving our mission of educational excellence and equity. We cultivate and recruit diverse candidates for our staff and faculty, ultimately seeking to mirror the representation in the communities we serve. We invite applicants to share their demographic background. If you choose to complete this survey, your responses may be used to identify areas of improvement in our hiring process and ways we can be supportive to our talent community. This information bears no influence on your candidacy. How would you describe your gender identity? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your racial/ethnic background? (mark all that apply) Select... How would you describe your sexual orientation? (mark all that apply) Select... Do you identify as transgender? Select... Do you have a disability or chronic condition (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, mental, emotional, or other) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities, including mobility, communication (seeing, hearing, speaking), and learning? Select... Are you a veteran or active member of the United States Armed Forces? Select...
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