Middle School Mathematics and Science Instructor 2024-2025

Gerstell Academy is an independent, co-educational, non-sectarian college preparatory school for students entering Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. As the first leadership school established in Maryland, Gerstell Academy is devoted to the development of leadership skills with an emphasis on physical fitness and to the mastery of fundamental knowledge in a traditional college preparatory curriculum. Gerstell’s leadership-based program develops moral values, social skills, manners, and critical thinking in tomorrow’s citizens, while promoting rigorous academics. The four pillars of a Gerstell education include: Leadership, College Preparatory Academics, Physical Training, and Modern Language Proficiency. For additional information about Gerstell Academy, please visit www.gerstell.org.

Gerstell Academy is seeking an inspiring, engaging, and encouraging mathematics and science teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year, with leadership experience and the capacity to teach math and science in grades five through eight. Courses to be taught may include science in grades five through eight (Physical, Life, and Earth/Space), Math 5, Math 5 Advanced, Math 6, Math 6 Advanced, Math 7, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, and Geometry. Duties will include teaching the Mission, Motto, Leadership Principles and Attributes, teaching mathematics and science, curriculum mapping, serving as a student advisor, and other duties as assigned or needed to develop school programs. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in science and/or mathematics. Prior teaching experience and certification is preferred. The desired candidate will be able to teach mathematics and science as an academic course, and as a vehicle or leadership education, critical thinking skills, and character development.

Qualified candidates should submit resume and cover letter to Mrs. Joanna Johnson, Head of Gerstell Academy Middle School, via email: jjohnson@gerstell.org