Middle School History Teacher - Englewood, NJ, US
1 day ago
Job description
Overview: Dwight-Englewood School, the largest independent school in Bergen County, NJ, and a growing, vibrant, and diverse learning community in the New York City metro area, is seeking to fill a Seventh Grade History teaching position. The teacher will have the unique opportunity of developing the culture and systems collaboration with the grade level team and administration. The teacher will work closely with teachers of other disciplines to provide age-appropriate instruction in reading, writing, and critical thinking. We seek an energetic, forward thinking, and curious teacher who wants to inspire students to learn more about themselves and the world around them.
Essential Responsibilities:
Actively support the Mission of the School and put that vision into daily practice.
Teach four sections of American History class which meet for four fifty-minute periods per week
Serve as an advisor to a small group (usually around ten) of seventh grade students
Meet weekly with the grade level team to discuss students and to coordinate instruction and curriculum.
Attend weekly departmental and/or divisional meetings after school.
Participate in overnight field trips and day trips as a chaperone.
Provide extra help during TAG periods, before school, or other times as needed
Perform other duties as assigned, such as lunch and recess supervision, etc.
Desired Qualities:
The ideal candidate will offer most or all of the following qualities as well as the qualifications that follow:
A true love of working with middle school students
A personality that is approachable, encouraging, and positive
Experience with cross-curricular instruction, project-based learning, and process-based feedback, and digital instructional tools
Clear, consistent, and dynamic communication with students, colleagues, and parents
Experience leading advisory programs and/or other student-centered programs
A strong collaborator who creates enduring curriculum connections
A growth mindset
Position Requirements:
A Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree preferred) in History, Political Science or a related field
At least three years of teaching experience, with a strong background in Middle School instruction
Personal and professional alignment to the school's mission, vision, and values
Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, multiculturalism, and anti-bias education in all aspects of the work with Middle School students, families, and colleagues
Excellent oral, written, and electronic communication skills
Leadership of after-school activities (in athletics, the arts, or other programs)
Terms of Employment:
This is a 10-month teaching position
Teachers commit to eight-hour workdays as well as attendance at faculty meetings and other school-wide meetings and events
Professional days are considered workdays and participation in planned activities is mandatory
Salaries are based on years of experience and education level. The salary range for this position based on the requirements stated above is 65K to 100K. If you are invited for an initial screening we will let you know where your salary falls on our scale.
Dwight-Englewood offers a comprehensive benefits package including, health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) plan, life insurance, tuition remission, and a generous time-off policy.
Dwight-Englewood School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, ethnicity, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or military veteran status. The diversity of our student body supports our commitment to employ a diverse faculty and staff. Educators from all backgrounds who bring knowledge and expertise in equity, diversity and multicultural education are especially encouraged to apply.
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