Jobs in Hamden, CT

About the role

Washington Academy Middle School is seeking an educator who believes deeply in the brilliance, potential, and promise of young people to serve as our Middle School Math Teacher on the 7th/8th grade team. Rooted in Booker T. Washington’s credo — “Excellence is doing common things in uncommon ways” — BTWA pairs rigorous academics with character, discipline, and educational uplift. As a BTWA Middle School Math Teacher, you will design and deliver math instruction that challenges students to think critically, persevere through complex problems, and see themselves as capable mathematicians and problem‑solvers. You will create a classroom where scholars feel known, supported, and pushed to grow — academically, socially, and personally. You will join a team that holds a high bar for instruction, believes in the potential of every scholar, and is committed to creating a learning environment where students are affirmed, engaged, and challenged. As a Connecticut School of Distinction, BTWA continues to build on a legacy of academic excellence, strong relationships, and a culture where scholars develop the habits, character, and work ethic needed for success in high school, college, and life. This opportunity is ideal for educators who bring strong instructional skill, deep care for students, and a commitment to helping young people grow into thoughtful, responsible, and resilient leaders. As a Middle School Math Teacher BTWA MS, you will be primarily responsible for:

What you'll bring

• While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications enumerated below, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following professional and personal abilities, attributes, and experiences:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Valid teaching certification, or eligibility to obtain required CT certification through reciprocity
• 2–3 years of successful teaching experience with a demonstrated track record of strong student achievement
• Ability to build a safe, structured, and intellectually challenging classroom where scholars feel supported, known, and pushed to engage deeply in meaningful work
• Reflective practice and personal accountability for student growth, achievement, and overall experience
• Commitment to ECS’s and BTWA’s mission and values, including excellence, character, self‑discipline, responsibility, and educational uplift
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, youth development, social‑emotional learning, restorative practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy
• Experience differentiating instruction for diverse learners, including multilingual learners (ELs) and students with IEPs
• Belief in the potential of every scholar to learn, grow, and achieve at a high level
• 3–5+ years of teaching experience with a strong record of student achievement
• Experience in an urban, high‑expectations, or charter school setting

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