Secondary Teacher Mathematics 1

Country Day is an international school at the heart of Costa Rica with outstanding US-accredited academics, and part of Nord Anglia family of premium schools worldwide.  On our sustainable campus and within our welcoming, diverse community, our students take the lead and pursue their passions.         

Our teachers focus on all aspects of our student’s growth, from Early Learning to 12th grade, to support their talents and aptitudes in the best ways, and this includes their personal, social, and emotional wellness.

Our trips beyond the classroom, clubs, and activities across the arts, athletics, and community service shape your child’s character in connection with their academic interests. Students take the lead in their own learning at CDS, sharing their needs and goals as people, and carving out their own path.

Teaching Responsibilities: As a Secondary Mathematics Teacher, you will be required to teach clear engaging Math lessons and provide high-quality instruction to all students.  Specific teaching assignments may include but are not limited to: Middle School Math classes, Geometry, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Advanced Placement Math, as well as a variety of elective courses.

Primary Function: The role of the Secondary Math Teacher is to ensure student achievement via instruction, adherence to the curriculum, varied assessments, and promoting a learning environment that encourages positive student interactions. The learning shall be aligned with the mission, beliefs, and adopted standards of the CDS.

Duties and Objectives: The Secondary Math Teacher will work collaboratively with grade level team members, and house colleagues to plan common and coherent learning experiences for students, as well as assume the following duties and objectives on a continuous basis.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, or higher, with a valid teaching certificate/license in Secondary

  Math.

• At least two years teaching experience in middle or high school preferred.

• Excellent command of the English language, native English speaker preferred.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Familiarity with K-12 U.S. curriculum and the Common Core State Standards for Math.

• Experience providing high-standard instruction and fostering student understanding.

• Teachers are required to submit an up-to-date criminal background check from their

   country of origin, as well as police background checks from the countries where they

   have resided over the past ten years

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.