Job Description

The Buckley School’s math and history programs stand out for their depth, pace, rigor, and excellent preparation for success in secondary school. The 5th and 6th-grade math curriculum covers a range of topics, including arithmetic operations, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions, measurement, volume, and area, along with an introduction to variables and algebraic expressions and equations. There is a strong emphasis on building mathematical problem-solving and communication skills, and all students participate in Math Olympiad competitions. The 5th-grade history curriculum studies both medieval Europe and world religions, specifically the Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.

Faculty at Buckley take part in the whole life of the school. Hosting student clubs, serving as advisors, and having family-style lunch with students are all hallmarks of the program and part of the faculty experience. The preferred candidate will also be interested in and qualified to be a homeroom teacher in the Upper School. The homeroom teacher position entails oversight of morning meetings, daily recess, lunch coverage, study hall, and a class play. The homeroom role requires building proactive relationships with families, including conferences in the fall and as needed throughout the year. 

Requirements: 

The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of math and/or history teaching experience. Demonstrably in-depth knowledge of content and pedagogy is paramount. Candidates with teaching experience in only math or history are encouraged to apply and should demonstrate enthusiasm and capacity for learning to teach whichever subject is less familiar.

Excellent writing, academic technology, and communication skills are vital. The successful candidate will recognize the unique opportunities afforded by an all-boys educational context, in addition to having a demonstrated passion for this age range. They will collaborate closely with colleagues within and across grade levels; collegiality and adaptability are essential qualities.

How to Apply:

Please send a cover letter and a resume to jobs@buckleyschool.org and type "5th and 6th Grade Math and History Teacher ” in the subject line.

A meaningful cover letter is required to apply which should detail how your relevant skills and experience align with the job requirements, specific examples of accomplishments that demonstrate your abilities, and highlight any unique skills that will make you stand out as the best candidate for the job.

No calls please. The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law.  The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.

About The Buckley School in the City of New York

The Buckley School in the City of New York is an independent day school for boys located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The school has two divisions: Lower School (K-4) and Upper School (5-8 + Academy Year), with a current student body of 373 pupils and 104 faculty and staff members. The Head of School is Gregory J. O’Melia, the sixth head to be appointed since the school's founding in 1913. Buckley is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the New York State Association of Independent Schools and the International Boys’ Schools Coalition (IBSC). Additionally, it is a charter member of the Manhattan Private Middle School League and the Metropolitan Private Middle School Track and Field Association. The school's motto is “Honor et Veritas” (Honor and Truth). Its official seal is a shield.

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