Upper School English Educator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in varying group sizes and individually in the specified subject matter
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior necessary to achieve a functional learning environment
• Develop disciplinary and multidisciplinary lesson plans and instructional materials as part of planned learning experiences to motivate students
• Evaluate pupil academic and social growth, keep accurate records, prepare progress reports and communicate with parents on individual pupil progress
• Maintain professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the school and/or self-selected professional growth activities
• Complete all reports as required, including student evaluation, orders, program evaluation and lesson plans
• Attend faculty meetings, grade level meetings, department meetings and team meetings, as required
• Administer and score such tests as may be required by the school
• Performs basic attendance accounting as required
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day as required
• Coach an athletic team and/or advise an extracurricular activity as required
• Initiate or participate in the Experiential Education Program with students
• Participate in some infrequent evening or weekend activities, including meetings, professional development or other school activities
• Perform other duties of an adjunct nature, which are necessary to smooth operation of the school as needed

The ideal candidates are committed to leading and learning with a high level of engagement in anti-racist education and culturally responsive instructional practices. They will possess or demonstrate the following: a growth mindset, emotional intelligence, self-motivation, positive energy, strong interpersonal skills, a service-oriented and team approach to work, approachability, adaptability, vulnerability, openness to new and divergent ideas, excellent oral and written communication skills, and comfort in an educational setting where children and adults are present.  

All school personnel must successfully complete a fingerprint background check through Live Scan and provide current tuberculosis clearance. 

To be considered, please submit (1) your current CV/resume, (2) a cover letter detailing your interest and experience for this role, (3) your educational philosophy statement, and (4) a sample lesson plan.