Upper School Math Teacher and Department Chair

Saddle River Day School is seeking a passionate and dedicated full-time Mathematics teacher to join our faculty for the 2026-2027 school year. This position includes teaching Upper School classes (which may include Middle School students) and serving as an advisor to a small group of students. This position also includes the chairship of the Math Department.

Responsibilities

• Teach four sections of mathematics, with potential courses ranging from Algebra I through post-AP Calculus courses (courses may be at the CP, Honors, or AP level)
• Serve as an advisor to a group of students, providing guidance and support in their academic and personal development
• Serve as Department Chair for the Math Department, providing leadership in curriculum, instruction, faculty collaboration, and departmental planning
• Lead the Math Department by providing effective pedagogical practices, supporting the hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of all math faculty, overseeing the development and alignment of math curricula, facilitating professional growth, managing the departmental budget in coordination with school leadership, and leading monthly department meetings
• Participate actively in the life of the school community beyond the classroom, including contributing to extracurricular programs, events, and committees
• Demonstrate a passion for teaching, fostering student growth, and engaging students in problem-solving and mathematical thinking
• Manage the classroom effectively, establish a positive learning environment, and maintain accurate records of student progress
• Effectively differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of learning styles
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative curricula and interdisciplinary learning opportunities
• Communicate effectively with families to support student success
• Create a student-centered learning environment that encourages critical thinking, inquiry, and mathematical exploration
• Integrate technology and current educational trends into classroom practices

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Have experience teaching mathematics courses at independent schools (other relevant experiences will be considered)

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary Range: $65,000 to $95,000 (final compensation will be determined based on experience and education)
• Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching; Life and Disability Insurance

Our mission includes developing caring, ethical contributors to society and our teachers strive to provide students with opportunities to explore material and apply learned skills. Our teachers play a key role in curriculum design and work collaboratively with one another both inside and outside of their department to prepare a course of instruction that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of each individual learner. We are seeking a team member who possesses a growth mindset who can form dynamic relationships with students as well as colleagues based on positivity and collegiality.

This position starts August 2026. You can learn more about us by visiting our website: https://www.saddleriverday.org/