Middle School Mathematics Teacher (Leave Replacement)
The Packer Collegiate Institute invites candidates to apply for a full-time position in the Middle School Math Department for the first semester of the 2026–27 academic year.
Dates: August 26, 2026 - January 29, 2027
Responsibilities:
This position includes teaching four sections of 7th and/or 8th grade math and advising a small group of Middle School students. The role involves close collaboration with fellow math teachers and the grade-level advising team.
Packer’s work with students and families requires strong written and verbal communication about student progress, as well as a commitment to providing individualized support beyond the classroom. We seek educators who are eager to engage with complex ideas, reflect on their own practice, and support students’ identities and diverse backgrounds.
Applicants should possess:
At least three years of math teaching experience, including at least two years at the middle school level
Experience with and interest in inquiry-based, student-centered instruction
A commitment to anti-bias work and fostering an inclusive, equitable school community
Demonstrated ability to develop and refine curriculum for a diverse group of learners
A strong commitment to collaboration with colleagues
Dedication to excellent teaching, the use of best practices in math education, and ongoing professional growth
Understanding of the cognitive, social, and emotional development of middle school learners
Interest in and comfort with serving as an advisor
A Master’s degree (preferred, not required)
Reasonable Accommodations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Packer's values and vision of educational excellence include embracing diversity, fostering community, nurturing a sense of belonging, and ensuring all learners are valued and challenged. We actively embrace the diversity of New York City and seek employees who share Packer’s values of equity, inclusion, and belonging, and who wish to learn from the experiences and perspectives of others. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and perspectives may be underrepresented.
The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.
Salaries are determined based on a scale reflecting years of teaching experience and level of education.
- Department
- Academic - 5-12 Mathematics
- Role
- MS Math Teacher
- Locations
- Brooklyn, NY
- Daily salary
- $300 - $400
- Job Type
- Exempt
- Job Category
- Full-Time, 4-5 months
- Work Schedule
- Mon - Fri
Working At Packer
Packer’s faculty and staff are passionate, committed, student-focused leaders. We inspire joy and purpose through transformative learning experiences that foster both intellectual development and social-emotional growth. We prioritize collaboration, reflection, and continuous improvement, embracing the learning process for students as well as for ourselves as professionals.
Packer's mission, vision and values influence everything we do—in our classrooms, on stage, in the art studio, or on the field, whether locally or globally.
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Our Culture
At Packer, we strive to create a community of belonging that embodies our core values—scholarship, creativity, equity, integrity, joy and respect.
We deliberately follow inclusive hiring processes to attract the widest possible range of candidates representing varied identities, races, cultures, and economic backgrounds. We commit abundant resources to faculty and staff mentoring and professional development so that our employees develop skills that support academic and institutional excellence.
About The Packer Collegiate Institute
The Packer Collegiate Institute is an independent, PreK-12 school in beautiful Brooklyn Heights, one subway stop from Lower Manhattan.
Established on Joralemon Street in 1845, our school is located on a unique and historic campus. The Packer Early Learning Center, one block away at 100 Clinton Street, houses our Pre-K and Kindergarten classes.
We serve over 1,000 students from throughout the five boroughs of New York City and the surrounding area in a diverse community of learners in which each person is valued and challenged.
Packer educates students to:
Think Deeply
Listen Actively
Speak Courageously
Act with Purpose and Heart
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The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.