Upper School English Teacher, Grade 7 (0.375 FTE)

Position Description

As a mission-driven school, Burke’s is seeking a part-time English teacher for grade 7 who can educate, encourage, and empower girls by developing their skills in reading, writing, and literary analysis. Identity, identity formation, and exploring different perspectives and lived experiences are themes that run throughout the Upper School English curriculum. With an emphasis on project-based learning and a commitment to anti-racist education, students should be able to connect their learning to the world around them, communicate their ideas through speaking and writing, and be empowered to see themselves as agents of positive change. Expository and creative writing, vocabulary development, and grammar instruction are also part of the curriculum. 

Job Responsibilities include:

• Teaching a section of 7th English
• Formally assessing and reporting on student progress three times per year using checklist/narrative report cards 
• Providing extra-help sessions during and after the school day, as needed
• Planning and supervising field trips relevant to curriculum
• Communication: 
• Effective communication with colleagues in support of a collegial and collaborative professional community
• Timely and supportive communication with students, parents, and caregivers to foster a strong partnership with families
• Collaboration:
• Participate in Upper School English team meetings in addition to attending weekly faculty meetings, all-school meetings, and professional development days
• Contribute to curriculum development and revision
• Supervisory duties as applicable

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

Below are the personal and professional qualities that we believe are important for the success of the person in this role. Unless specifically noted as a prerequisite for the role, these qualifications and skills are preferred. We know many candidates bring a full complement of experience, skills, and ideas, even if they don’t check every box of a job description. If you meet many of our criteria, please don’t hesitate to apply. Every application gets serious consideration, including those with skill sets that we may not have included here. We welcome all applicants who will bring a unique perspective and personal characteristics to our amazing team.

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent, preferably in a humanities-related field
• Experience teaching, preferably at middle-school level
• Demonstrated confidence in:
• differentiation of instruction
• cultural competency
• use of technology in instruction
• Understanding by Design approach to curriculum design (preferred)
• Commitment to: 
• equitable and anti-racist teaching practices
• integrating service learning into classroom projects
• modeling lifelong learning and professional growth by engaging with professional development opportunities
• Understanding of, and appreciation for: 
• the social-emotional development of adolescent girls
• providing opportunities for learning through play by inviting creativity, imagination, curiosity, and tinkering into the classroom
• Passion for teaching English and working with middle school students
• Desire to be a part of a gender-inclusive girls’ school
• Flexible 
• Creative
• Collaborative
• Possess a growth mindset and openness to feedback

Burke’s does not sponsor employment visas. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.

Benefits

Compensation

Burke’s offers competitive compensation with a salary range of $70,000 - $150,00 based on years of experience plus advanced degree stipends. Both prorated for 0.375 FTE. More information about the school can be found on the website at www.burkes.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Burke’s is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

To Apply: Interested candidates may apply by sending a cover letter, resumé, and references to burkes.workable.com.