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Mathematics Teacher, High School

St. John's Prep, Danvers, MA, United States


About St. John’s Prep
St. John’s Prep is an inclusive, Catholic, Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School for young men in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility, simplicity, trust, and zeal, we educate students to be, do and stand for good in the world. We enroll approximately 1,500 students from more than 90 communities in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine.

Position Overview And Responsibilities
St. John’s Prep seeks mathematics teachers for grades 9 through 12 for the 2026-2027 school year. The Mathematics Department offers a program that allows students “to welcome new challenges, question and justify their conjectures and solutions, test the reasonableness of those solutions, develop facility with and understanding of mathematical operations and procedures, and use them appropriately to make sense of the world.” (St. John’s Prep website). A complete listing of mathematics courses and their descriptions can be found on the school’s website.

Mathematics teachers at St. John’s Prep teach five (5) classes, are required to complete a proctoring duty period per rotation during each semester, and must demonstrate competency and passion to engage every student in a rigorous college‑preparatory curriculum. Candidates should also be willing to become an active, collegial member of an adult community of learners and embrace a student‑centered digital learning model that incorporates education technology tools, open education resources, and varied instructional strategies.

Skills And Competencies

Strong content knowledge across high school mathematics disciplines (e.g., Algebra, Geometry, Pre‑Calculus, Statistics, and/or Calculus)

Ability to design and deliver engaging, student‑centered lessons that promote critical thinking and problem‑solving

Willingly contribute to the school community beyond the classroom, supporting student life through activities, events, or programs aligned with individual interests and school needs

Skill in differentiating instruction to support a range of learners and learning styles

Experience using formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and provide meaningful feedback

Ability to foster a classroom environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and intellectual risk‑taking

Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with students, families, and colleagues

Collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to a professional learning community

Flexibility, adaptability, and a growth‑oriented mindset

Ability to support students’ social‑emotional development alongside academic growth

Requirements
Education and Experience

Minimum of 1-3 years of full‑time teaching high school mathematics (or applicable practicum experience)

Bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in mathematics and/or a related field

Ability to work effectively with a diversity of learning styles and learners

Physical Requirements

Standing or sitting for long periods of time

Bending, lifting, pushing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, stooping

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Must be able to reach at and above shoulder height to access higher areas of equipment, etc.

Must be capable of adapting to frequent changes in position throughout the workday

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone

Use of hands and fingers for manipulation, computer keyboard, educational tools, play equipment, and perform first aid and CPR

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception

Diversity and Inclusive Community
St. John’s Prep is committed to building a diverse and inclusive campus community. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups and seek those who demonstrate a commitment to multiculturalism and diversity through classroom practice, student engagement, interpersonal communication, and curricular decisions.

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