Middle School Mathematics Teacher

The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks an experienced and innovative educator to join our Math Department and Middle School Division for the 2025–2026 academic year.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of and passion for teaching young adolescents. They should be well-versed in a range of pedagogical approaches, including but not limited to inquiry-based and project-based learning. Candidates must be eager to collaborate closely with colleagues to design and implement an engaging and rigorous curriculum. A key responsibility of this role will be working with the Math Department to build and shape a new Middle School math curriculum.

At Nightingale, we value curiosity, creativity, and continuous growth—for our students and our faculty. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching practices, ongoing professional development, and active participation in the life of the school community.

All faculty are expected to:

• Uphold and model the school’s values of equity, inclusion, and belonging
   
• Contribute meaningfully to community life beyond the classroom
   
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and divisions

This position reports to the Math Department Chairs and the Head of Middle School.

This is a full time, exempt, 10-month position starting August 25, 2025.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Education or Mathematics
• At least three years or more of middle school teaching experience
• Experience in differentiating instruction involving reinforcing and extending skills for students
• Understanding or growing knowledge of competency-based teaching and learning
• Must be highly analytical and possess a strong attention to detail
• Effective communication skills, both orally and written; an ability to communicate complex issues, as well as to maintain open communication channels with relevant stakeholders
• Ability to set and execute goals that align with the strategic vision of the department  
• The successful candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, creative, strategic, professional and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.  

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• A shared understanding of the mission of the School and a demonstrated commitment to the core principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A passion for developing deep conceptual understanding of mathematical concepts, as well as student application of concepts learned
• Demonstrated cultural competence and an ability to understand, appreciate, and work with constituents across varied backgrounds and cultures
• Excellent attention to detail, professional attitude, good judgment, a high level of integrity and a strong work ethic  
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information. 
• Flexibility and initiative combined with the skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve institutional goals
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with all levels of constituents
• Excellent time-management skills. 

SALARY RANGE: 

 In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, this position's salary range is $70,000-$110,000 When extending an offer, Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at https://www.nightingale.org/careers.
 

Founded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.