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Middle School Teacher/Advisor - Math and Physical Education - 2026-2027 - One Year Appointment

UNIS

New York

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LOCATION
New York
POSTED
5 days ago
Middle School Teacher/Advisor - Math and Physical Education - (One-Year Appointment)
Period: 2026-2027 Academic Year
Union Position-Covered by Collective Bargaining Agreement
Status: Non-Exempt
As of: June 9, 2026

Founded in 1947, the United Nations International School (UNIS) is a Pre-K through Grade 12 independent school in Manhattan, serving a diverse, global community. About half of UNIS families are affiliated with the United Nations, while the rest are internationally minded New York–based parents. Guided by the ideals of the United Nations, UNIS provides an inclusive learning environment where rigorous international programs foster academic excellence, creativity, innovation, and cross-cultural communication, inspiring students to help build a peaceful, compassionate, and sustainable world.

We seek an experienced teacher with a successful track record to teach Middle School Math and Physical Education, while also serving as an Advisor. We look for candidates with intelligence, excellent relationship skills, energy, optimism, creativity, a collaborative approach, a passion for fostering a strong culture of student engagement in learning, and close alignment with our mission. 

This position reports to the Middle School Principal and the Director of Athletics. 

 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Plan and instruct high-quality Middle School Math and Physical Education classes. 
  • Design differentiated lessons that emphasize safety, engagement, knowledge, and skill development for diverse learner profiles. 
  • Collaborate and participate actively in the work of the Department on innovative curriculum design and program development.
  • Utilize learning management systems (e.g., Schoology and Seesaw) to deliver content. 
  • Evaluate and assess student learning and performance in both subject areas, maintaining accurate records and writing comprehensive report cards.
  • Communicate effectively and proactively with students, faculty, and parents regarding student progress and development. 
  • Participate in curriculum planning, departmental workshops 
  • Supervise students during non-instructional time to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with the CBA, including student advisory, supervision duties, and office hours. 
  • Attend curriculum and grade level meetings.
  • Participate actively in the school community, which may include coaching an interscholastic athletics team or being involved in the After-School Sports Program.
Advisor
The teacher will be part of a grade-level team of Advisors who support the social-emotional needs of the Middle School grade.
 
 
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong communication skills, oral and written, and the ability to adapt messages to specific audiences, requiring different levels of detail
  • Proactive, positive team player
  • Curious, inquiring, inventive, and open mindset

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s Degree required (Master's Degree preferred)
  • Experience in a K-12 educational environment essential
  • 5+ years of teaching experience, preferably in an international setting
  • Experience with best practices in assessment and reporting best practices preferred (e.g., Standard-Based Grading and Reporting)
  • CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification
  • Concussion Training
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the content and pedagogy of different physical education curriculum areas, including a combination of team sports, individual/dual sports, strength, and conditioning. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Compensation is between $67,745 and $111,974, commensurate with years of experience as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (salary is prorated for part-time or temporary positions 

* Pending the completion of collective bargaining negotiations currently underway)


APPLICATION
All candidates must submit an electronic application via the school website: https://www.unis.org/about-unis/employment. Supporting documentation, such as a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation, must be uploaded to the electronic application. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be ongoing.


COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job posting describes you, then please apply for this role.

he United Nations International School provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, height, weight, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.




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