Hampton Roads Academy is searching for a Middle School Math teacher for the 2025-26 school year who can confidently prepare students for Algebra I. Additionally, confidence in teaching Algebra II curriculum and skills would also be beneficial. The successful candidate will motivate students toward an enthusiasm for learning and a deeper understanding of pre-algebra concepts. We are looking for a teacher and colleague who understands and appreciates the developmental learning needs and social emotional needs of the 6th through 8th grader. A teacher who is approachable, engaging, organized, sensitive and disciplined will be most successful in this position. HRA is an iPad 1:1 school that uses technology to support the learning experience. The primary focus remains on a very strong and rewarding student to teacher connection inside and outside the classroom. Our goal is to attract and retain a colleague who engages thoroughly with our learning community and who is eager to participate in the larger life of the school (as advisor, coach, club sponsor, etc.). A sense of humor would also be warmly welcomed. Special consideration will be given to applicants who are enthusiastic about athletic coaching at HRA.
Essential Duties:
• Utilize best instructional practices, methods, materials, and technology to increase student achievement.
• Inspire and encourage student enthusiasm for learning.
• Effectively manage the classroom to foster our school’s culture which promotes high academic achievement and intellectual engagement.
• Teach necessary developmental skills based on our school’s scope and sequence.
• Effectively manage the classroom to foster our school’s culture which promotes high academic achievement and intellectual engagement.
• Teach necessary developmental skills based on our school’s scope and sequence.
• Implement 21st century technology into classroom instruction
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with fellow grade level teachers as well as students’ parents.
• Maintain careful class records.
• Carefully and intentionally supervise and assure student safety daily.
• Engage in the school community, advise students, sponsor clubs, coach
Job Qualifications:
• Preferably an M.A./M.S. in Math and middle school education
• Knowledge of secondary school curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues.
• Ability to anticipate and plan diverse instruction.
• Strong classroom management skills, procedures, and strategies for working with students.
• Enthusiasm for education and student engagement.
• Sense of humor.
Interested candidates should send an email with resume and cover letter of interest to the Head of School, Mr. James Lasley (headofschool@hra.org)
