Math Teacher

Company Overview

Shine on as a Math Teacher

About Us

NewHope Academy, a SESI school and proud member of the FullBloom network, is a private therapeutic day school located in Arlington Heights, Illinois. We specialize in serving students in grades 6-+12 whose social-emotional and learning needs require a highly individualized and supportive educational environment. Our school integrates rigorous academics with embedded clinical services to meet the needs of the whole child.

As part of Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a premier provider of K-12 education for students who require additional support to succeed, NewHope is backed by a national network that partners with over 600 districts to serve more than 7,000 students. Together, we shine a positive light on each learner, uncovering their strengths, building trust, and supporting success both in and out of the classroom.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Diverse career pathways, mobility up and across our national network, and ongoing professional and leadership development.
• Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support.
• Data-driven, evidence-based learning and instructional models, including SESI’s own positive behavioral interventions and support (PBIS) framework called CASE.
• An attractive and robust suite of benefits, including comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, mental health support, fertility and family building, and more.
• Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.
  
  

Overview

The Opportunity

NewHope Academy, a private therapeutic day school serving students with diverse learning and emotional needs, is seeking a passionate and competent Math Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will create an inclusive and supportive classroom that encourages both academic growth and emotional regulation. You will teach high school-level mathematics while collaborating with therapists, case managers, and other staff to promote student success across all domains. Every child deserves to reach their full potential, and we’re looking to hire an exceptional teacher who will play an essential role in fueling student success.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging math instruction tailored to a range of learners, from foundational skills to advanced high school math (Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Honors classes, etc.).
• Differentiate lessons to meet IEP goals and accommodate diverse learning styles, processing needs, and executive functioning challenges.
• Develop and implement student-centered projects and activities that promote inquiry, problem-solving, and collaboration.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of grades, progress monitoring, and IEP data collection.
• Collaborate with therapists, special educators, and related service providers to integrate therapeutic supports and to promote an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor
• Communicate regularly and professionally with families, districts, and internal teams.
• Attend and participate in daily morning staff meetings and bi-weekly team meetings to review student progress and coordinate support.
• Provide consistent structure, warmth, and creativity in your classroom to build a safe, predictable learning environment.
• Utilize the school’s behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, and crisis management to maintain the safety of students and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

The Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Math Education, Mathematics, or a related field - Required
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) - Required
• Strong classroom management and differentiation skills
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible
  
  

Preferred

• LBS1 certification or experience working with students with IEPs
• Experience in a therapeutic or alternative education setting
  
  

Posted Salary Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $65,000.00 /Yr.

Physical Requirements

Physical Abilities

• Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
• Capacity to remain calm and composed during emotionally demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being.
  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.