Job Description
ORGANIZATION
Rainier Scholars is a comprehensive academic enrichment program that supports students over a 12-year journey – from 5th grade to college graduation. We seek to serve those who are most under-represented on college campuses and have the greatest number of barriers to achieving a college education: 85% qualify as low-income, 90% would be the first in their family to earn a college degree. Our program offers rigorous academics, leadership development and personalized support for scholars, providing access to educational pathways and myriad opportunities previously unimagined.
With a budget size of $10 million, a staff team of 50+ full-time employees and 720+ scholars and families whom we currently serve in Seattle and Tacoma, Rainier Scholars has established a positive brand for our unwavering commitment to education, proven success rate, and sustainable impact. We grow new generations of diverse college graduates, career professionals, and community leaders.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Summer I Mathematics Teacher facilitates the educational success of rising fifth graders with the greatest number of barriers to college graduation, whether that be socioeconomic, racial, family education level, first-generation/immigrant, etc. Through intensive classroom instruction and academic enrichment opportunities, the Summer I Mathematics Teacher prepares students for rigorous middle and high school programs in public schools (Seattle, Renton and Highline), independent schools and other private schools. Rainier Scholars teachers seek to accomplish the following goals in curriculum, instruction and assessment:
• Exposure to challenging content that students will see in rigorous academic settings
• Development of advanced skills that will allow students to perform at top levels
• Exposure to and examination of themes that are relevant to the journey of a Rainier Scholar
The Rainier Scholars math program aims to prepare all students to be ready for Algebra no later than eighth grade. First summer math focuses on ensuring all students are working from a level playing field regardless of their previous math background. Students focus on mastering operations with fractions and decimals, in both mathematical contexts and real-life applications. Students practice verifying their answers and presenting well organized work.
Rainier Scholars is a comprehensive academic enrichment program that supports students over a 12-year journey – from 5th grade to college graduation. We seek to serve those who are most under-represented on college campuses and have the greatest number of barriers to achieving a college education: 85% qualify as low-income, 90% would be the first in their family to earn a college degree. Our program offers rigorous academics, leadership development and personalized support for scholars, providing access to educational pathways and myriad opportunities previously unimagined.
With a budget size of $10 million, a staff team of 50+ full-time employees and 720+ scholars and families whom we currently serve in Seattle and Tacoma, Rainier Scholars has established a positive brand for our unwavering commitment to education, proven success rate, and sustainable impact. We grow new generations of diverse college graduates, career professionals, and community leaders.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Summer I Mathematics Teacher facilitates the educational success of rising fifth graders with the greatest number of barriers to college graduation, whether that be socioeconomic, racial, family education level, first-generation/immigrant, etc. Through intensive classroom instruction and academic enrichment opportunities, the Summer I Mathematics Teacher prepares students for rigorous middle and high school programs in public schools (Seattle, Renton and Highline), independent schools and other private schools. Rainier Scholars teachers seek to accomplish the following goals in curriculum, instruction and assessment:
• Exposure to challenging content that students will see in rigorous academic settings
• Development of advanced skills that will allow students to perform at top levels
• Exposure to and examination of themes that are relevant to the journey of a Rainier Scholar
The Rainier Scholars math program aims to prepare all students to be ready for Algebra no later than eighth grade. First summer math focuses on ensuring all students are working from a level playing field regardless of their previous math background. Students focus on mastering operations with fractions and decimals, in both mathematical contexts and real-life applications. Students practice verifying their answers and presenting well organized work.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Summer I Mathematics Teacher position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.