High school math teacher with 10 years teaching Algebra I through AP Calculus BC. Lifted the Algebra I end-of-course pass rate from 58% to 77% and grew AP Calculus enrollment threefold. Brings standards-aligned instruction, Desmos-based modeling and targeted intervention for struggling learners.
Experience
Math Teacher and Algebra I Team Lead, Riverview High School (Richmond, VA)
Aug 2019 – Present
Teach Algebra I, Algebra II and AP Calculus BC to 150 students a year
Led a 5-teacher Algebra I team that raised SOL pass rates from 58% to 77% using weekly common assessments
Grew AP Calculus enrollment from 22 to 68 students while sustaining a 74% pass rate
Created a 9th-grade math lab for 40 students a year, recovering 85% of failing first-quarter grades
Math Teacher, Grade 8, Henrico Middle School (Henrico, VA)
Aug 2016 – Jun 2019
Taught 8th grade math and Algebra I to 130 students a year
Ran an after-school MATHCOUNTS club with 25 members
Peer Tutor, UVA Math Tutoring Center (Charlottesville, VA)
Aug 2013 – May 2015
Tutored 20 students a week in calculus and statistics
Education
Master of Teaching, Secondary Mathematics, University of Virginia (Aug 2015 – May 2016)
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, University of Virginia (Aug 2011 – May 2015)
Skills
Instruction: Algebra I and II, precalculus, AP Calculus AB/BC, modeling, intervention
Assessment: Virginia SOL, AP Classroom, common assessments
Technology: Desmos, TI-84, Canvas, Delta Math
How to write a Math Teacher resume
A strong Math Teacher resume shows learner outcomes, the curriculum you built, and how you supported students and colleagues. Put your most relevant recent role first and make every bullet show a result, not a duty.
Sections, in order
Summary
Certifications
Experience
Education
Skills
Length: One page for most candidates; move to two only if every line is relevant.
Summary: Write two or three lines: your role, your strongest skills, and one result that proves them.
Skills to feature
Curriculum design
Classroom management
Differentiated instruction
Assessment and data use
Learning management systems
Student engagement
Parent communication
Special education support
Educational technology
Mentoring
Example bullet points
Raised the share of students meeting grade-level reading standards from 54% to 71% in one year
Designed a project-based science curriculum adopted by all 6 sections of grade 8
Mentored 4 first-year teachers, all of whom were rated effective at their annual review
Tips from recruiters
List teaching licences and endorsements with their state and expiry year.
State grade levels, subjects and class sizes for each position.
Academic and research roles can use a longer CV; school roles usually prefer one or two pages.
Recommended templates
Academic (ATS-friendly): Scholarly CV with small-caps headings and rules
Classic (ATS-friendly): Jake's-style LaTeX classic: small caps and hairline rules
Ivy (ATS-friendly): Harvard-style Times layout with centered headings
Math Teacher resume FAQ
What should a Math Teacher resume include?
A Math Teacher resume should show learner outcomes, the curriculum you built, and how you supported students and colleagues. Use these sections in this order: Summary, Certifications, Experience, Education and Skills. Put your most relevant recent role first and make every bullet show a result, not a duty.
What is the best resume template for a Math Teacher?
Academic, Classic and Ivy work well for Math Teacher roles. They are single-column with standard headings, so applicant tracking systems (ATS) parse them reliably.
How long should a Math Teacher resume be?
One page for most candidates; move to two only if every line is relevant.
Which skills should a Math Teacher put on a resume?
Prioritize the skills named in the job posting. Common ones for Math Teacher roles are Curriculum design, Classroom management, Differentiated instruction, Assessment and data use, Learning management systems and Student engagement.
How do I write strong Math Teacher resume bullet points?
Start with an action verb, say what you did, and end with a measurable result such as test score growth, pass rates and attendance. For example: "Raised the share of students meeting grade-level reading standards from 54% to 71% in one year."