6th Grade Math Teacher Jobs

6th Grade Math Teacher jobs are open across public K-12 districts, charter school networks, and private schools, from first-year teachers to department leads, with specializations in special education math support, intervention and remediation, and STEM-integrated instruction. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles35
Top stateNorth Carolina
Top employerIDEA Public Schools
Top cityApex, NC
Work type75% On-site
Top industryEducation

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6th Grade Math and Science Teacher
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6th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Mt. Healthy City Schools
Cincinnati, Ohio
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$43k - $78k/yr
On-Site
Substitute Teaching Certification

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Leave Coverage: 6th Grade Math Teacher at Algonquin Middle School
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Leave Coverage: 6th Grade Math Teacher at Algonquin Middle School
Des Plaines School District 62
Des Plaines, Illinois
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$155 - $165/hr
Bachelor's degree

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END OF YEAR Teacher, Math - 6Th Grade Only 26-27 SY
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END OF YEAR Teacher, Math - 6Th Grade Only 26-27 SY
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, North Carolina
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Teaching Certification
10,000+

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Math and Science Teacher (6th Grade) at Apex Academy
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Math and Science Teacher (6th Grade) at Apex Academy
National Heritage Academies
Cleveland, Ohio
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
Teaching Certification
5,001-10,000

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6th Grade Math Tutor
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6th Grade Math Tutor
Grade Potential Tutoring
Bonners Ferry, Idaho
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$28 - $30/hr
Teaching Certification
51-200

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6th Grade Math Teacher Job Market

Who's Hiring

IDEA Public Schools4 open roles
GASTON COUNTY SCHOOLS2 open roles
National Heritage Academies2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in 6th grade math teacher jobs.

  • Valid state teaching license with a math or middle school subject endorsement
  • Bachelor's degree in mathematics, education, or a closely related field
  • Experience teaching pre-algebra, ratios, and proportional reasoning to 11-12 year olds
  • Ability to analyze student performance data and adjust instruction accordingly
  • Familiarity with a standards-aligned curriculum such as Illustrative Mathematics or enVision
  • Experience with classroom management strategies suited to middle school learners

Tips for Your 6th Grade Math Teacher Job Search

Tailor your resume to grade-band expectations

Middle school math hiring committees want to see 6th grade-specific language on your resume. Call out your experience with pre-algebra foundations, ratio and proportional reasoning, and differentiated instruction for students transitioning from elementary math.

List your state licensure clearly

Put your teaching license, endorsement level, and state of certification at the top of your resume. Many districts filter applications before a human reviews them, so ambiguous credential language can disqualify you before anyone reads your experience.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists 6th grade math teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by student population served

Filter openings by whether a school is a Title I campus, serves English language learners, or runs a co-teaching model. Your cover letter lands harder when you connect your specific classroom experience to the student population the school explicitly names.

Prepare a sample lesson for your interview

Most middle school math interviews include a demo lesson or lesson plan submission. Bring a planned lesson on a 6th grade standard, explain your formative assessment strategy, and be ready to discuss how you'd adjust pacing for students who are two grade levels behind.

Negotiate start date and prep resources, not just pay

Once you receive an offer, ask about curriculum access before your first day, classroom setup time, and whether the district covers the cost of additional math endorsements. These terms are negotiable and affect your first year more than many candidates expect.

6th Grade Math Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most 6th grade math teachers?

IDEA Public Schools, GASTON COUNTY SCHOOLS, and National Heritage Academies are hiring the most 6th grade math teachers right now, with openings concentrated in North Carolina, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charter management organizations and large urban districts tend to post the highest volume of openings throughout the hiring season.

How many 6th grade math teacher jobs are remote?

About 25% of 6th grade math teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of classroom instruction. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote arrangements include online charter schools, virtual tutoring programs, and curriculum development or instructional coaching roles adjacent to classroom teaching.

How do you become a 6th grade math teacher?

You need a bachelor's degree in mathematics, education, or a related field, followed by a state-approved teacher preparation program that includes student teaching. After completing your program, you apply for a state teaching license and may need a subject-matter endorsement in math or middle grades. Some states offer alternative certification routes for career changers who already hold a degree in a math-related field.

How do you get hired as a 6th grade math teacher with little or no classroom experience?

Completing your student teaching placement in a middle school math classroom is your strongest entry point, so request a 6th grade placement specifically if your program allows it. Substitute teaching in math classes, tutoring students in pre-algebra, or working as a paraeducator in a math classroom all build the classroom evidence hiring committees look for when your formal experience is limited.

What does the 6th grade math teacher interview process look like?

Most districts run a two-stage process: an initial screening interview focused on your philosophy and credentials, followed by a panel interview with an administrator, instructional coach, and sometimes a department peer. Many schools also ask you to deliver a demo lesson or submit a sample lesson plan tied to a specific 6th grade math standard. Expect questions about how you support students who struggle with the elementary-to-middle school math transition.

Where can I find and apply to 6th grade math teacher jobs?

You can find and apply to 6th grade math teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from districts and schools across the United States. Search for roles that match your certification level, grade preference, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.

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