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Position Title: Faculty – Mathematics (Bard High School Early College DC)

About the Bard Early Colleges

Through a tuition-free, engaging college program in the liberal arts and sciences with robust supports, the Bard Early Colleges help high school students, particularly those at risk of not completing postsecondary education, access, afford, and complete college prepared to contribute to the workforce and civic life.  Students are taught by college faculty in seminar classes; they receive up to 60 college credits and an associate in arts (A.A.) degree from Bard College, concurrently with a high school diploma. The Bard Early Colleges begin preparing students for college work as early as the 9th grade and offer ongoing guidance and academic supports. Now in its second decade, the Bard Early College network serves over 3,300 students in five states and in Washington DC. Since 2003, Bard College has awarded more than 5,500 A.A. degrees to its early college students.

Bard High School Early College DC (Bard DC), a partnership between Bard College and District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS), invites applications for full-time faculty positions in Mathematics, beginning August 2024. Bard DC seeks candidates able to teach Mathematics courses at all levels, up through college-level Calculus. Ability to teach Statistics is beneficial.  

Position Duties

For our faculty at Bard DC, we seek educators passionate about their fields of study and committed to advancing equity through rigorous curricula made accessible to students with varied academic preparation. The successful applicant must be committed to teaching classes at both the high school and college levels. In addition, candidates will be expected to participate fully in the life of the school, including student advising, club advising, and committee service. A graduate degree in the field and college teaching experience is required; high school teaching experience, and/or experience working with high school-age students is desirable. 

Job Type: Full-time 

Compensation:  Based on experience and following the guidelines provided here https://dcps.dc.gov/node/1294871

Location: Bard High School Early College in Washington, D.C.

Start Date: October 2025

• M.A./M.S. or M.Ed./M.A.T in Mathematics (required)
• Ph.D. in Mathematics or related field at the time of employment (preferred)
• The ideal candidate will have exemplary educational practices, with a demonstrated interest in engaging and challenging younger students with diverse racial backgrounds, economic backgrounds, and a variety of approaches to learning and/or needs for learning supports
• Preference will be given to candidates who have high school teaching experience and demonstrate interest in motivating and supporting all students to excel at college level coursework
• Experience teaching at both high school and college levels (desired)
• Experience in working in a big city school setting is (desired)

Please apply directly with Bard College / Bard Early Colleges.  Do this by clicking on the ?Apply Now? button found through the Interfolio job application link provided here: https://apply.interfolio.com/123493 

Use the Interfolio link provided to upload the following documents directly with Bard College:

• Letter of interest
• C.V. / resume
• One-page teaching statement
• Sample course syllabus
• Contact information for three references

Review of applications begins immediately and will proceed until the position is filled.

Questions

Inquiries may be directed via email to Kym Sturdivant at ksturdivant@bhsec.bard.edu

Bard College is AA/EOE & welcomes applications from individuals who contribute to its diversity

Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

About Bard College

Building on a 150-year history as a competitive and innovative undergraduate institution, Bard College's mission has expanded across the country, around the world, and to meet broader student needs.Now, approximately 2,000 undergraduates study in Annandale and more than 200 graduate students study in Bard programs, plus nearly 1,000 students in our early colleges. Total enrollment for Bard College and its global affiliates is approximately 5,000 students. The undergraduate program at our main campus in the Hudson River Valley of upstate New York retains a reputation for scholarly excellence and civic engagement. We are committed to enriching culture, public life, and democratic discourse by training tomorrow's thought leaders.

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