Lydian Academy NOW HIRING Math and Science Teachers

Overview Lydian Academy's Palo Alto and Burlingame campuses are hiring for compassionate, flexible, and open-minded educators with subject matter expertise. Start date will be early August 2025. We are seeking a teacher who can teach multiple of the following subjects, with priority consideration given for teachers who can teach both math and science and/or AP levels:Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, Calculus, Multivariable Calc, Statistics, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Anatomy and Physiology, Computer Science, Data Science. Mission Lydian Academy’s mission is to develop young people with active and creative minds by nurturing their innate joys of learning through authentic academic success. By encouraging academic excellence, for all types of students, whatever their abilities, Lydian students extend their learning beyond the classroom to experience long-term success. A Day in the Life of a Lydian Teacher • Work with students one-on-one to provide rigorous, individualized, and differentiated instruction. • Personalize curriculum and teaching strategies for students with diverse academic backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles (from students with learning differences to students completing advanced courses.) • Foster confidence, curiosity, and executive functioning skills throughout the coursework. • Plan daily lessons, based on a core curriculum, that align with student interests, goals, and abilities. • Establish clear learning objectives, and assess students based on rubrics to make sure they are meeting the learning objectives set forth. • Keep accurate, timely, and transparent records, such as grades and weekly progress reports. • Through clear communication and interpersonal interactions, maintain a warm, safe, and engaging school environment of mutual respect. • Make learning conversational, hands-on, active, interactive, and fun! • Collaborate with colleagues and continue to grow professionally in quarterly all-staff development days and monthly department meetings. • Contribute to Lydian culture by adding your own unique talents and interests to our close-knit school community (for example, lead a club, chaperone a field trip, or contribute to our curriculum resources.) • Maintain a sense of humor and nonjudgmental attitude as you help adolescents navigate their educational and personal journeys to adulthood. Why Teach at Lydian? • See tangible results of your work as you watch students grow academically and personally. • Be part of a welcoming, supportive, and inspiring team of educators who are focused on both the academic success and wellbeing of students. • Work Monday through Friday (no evenings or weekends like tutoring jobs). • Get access to health, dental, vision and 401k benefits with a full-time schedule. • If you don’t want to commit to full-time work, part-time positions are available (minimum of 20 hours per week are required). • Be able to bring your authentic self to work each day and feel valued by your support team, colleagues, students, and parents. • Be fairly compensated for your work, with math and science positions starting at$34-$37 per hour,with annual rate increases. Requirements • Bachelor's degree (graduate degree and/or teaching credential preferred) • At least one year of teaching and/or tutoring experience (at least two years of experience working with middle or high school students preferred) • Subject matter expertise • Resumeandcover letterexplaining why you think you are a great fit for the role (please submit with your application!) Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $32.00 - $44.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • What subjects are you able to teach? You can view the full list of courses we offer here: https://lydianacademy.com/academics/curriculum-courses/ • Which campus are you interested in working at? Burlingame or Palo Alto? Education: • Bachelor's (Required) Experience: • teaching: 1 year (Required) Ability to Commute: • Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Required) Work Location: In person