Middle School History Teacher - Houston, United States - St. John's School

Description

We are looking for passionate educators to join our community who know how to support middle school students and are committed to teaching the whole child. The ideal history teacher engages in inquiry-based pedagogical approaches to teaching and learning while understanding differentiated instruction. We seek teachers who have the flexibility to teach any middle school history-level course, understand the importance of developing student research and writing skills, and value working in a highly collaborative teaching and learning environment. Candidates should be comfortable working with students with a range of academic capabilities and be open to their own continued professional growth. We seek individuals who support the school's Mission and its Precepts and Principles .

St. John's School seeks individuals passionate about teaching and learning who are excited by collaborating with colleagues and supporting students' intellectual curiosity and social-emotional development. We are interested in supporting faculty who see themselves as lifelong learners interested in innovation in curriculum and who model a love of history for our students. We expect community members to engage in conversations that support ongoing professional development in their disciplines, embrace interdisciplinary opportunities, and help further our school's strategic initiatives, including community and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach a course load of 4 sections of History 8 (United States History and Civics, Reconstruction to the present)
• Serve as an advisor for 12-14 students annually and guide and support the Social-Emotional Learning program.
• Work as a collaborative member of a grade-level and departmental team.
• Participate in a weeklong, grade-level overnight trip annually
• Engage in shared middle school responsibilities and duties, including our DaVinci activity periods, study halls, and student supervision. Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in history, history education, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum three years of relevant classroom teaching experience teaching middle school-aged students.
  • Minimum three years of relevant classroom teaching experience teaching middle school-aged students.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff, administrators, and the community.
  • An understanding and demonstrated commitment to competency in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
    
    How to Apply: Please send a resume and a cover letter expressing your interest to . Please generate all documents as one MS Word or a converted .pdf file. Thank you for your interest in St. John's School. No phone calls or emails, please.

    St. John's School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and valued.