Upper School History Teacher - AP and Dual Credit

Position Title: Upper School History Teacher

Reports to: Head of Upper School

Position Purpose: Responsible for history instruction in Upper School with emphasis on creating a vibrant, comprehensive program that utilizes sound instructional practices that reflect best practice.

Work Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Work Calendar: School Year

Description:
The Upper School History Teacher will facilitate a vibrant, relevant, and challenging history program for all learners, teaching AP United States History and Dual Credit US History or AP World History. The Upper School History Teacher will provide opportunities to acquire knowledge and skills and to ignite a passion for history. The Teacher will be an essential member of the Upper School faculty.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in history-related field.
• Minimum three years’ teaching experience at an independent school preferred.
• Experience in teaching AP history/social studies course other than AP US history is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Experience teaching in an independent school environment is preferred.
• Demonstrates leadership and facilitative skills, including the ability to relate effectively with faculty, administrators, operations staff, colleagues, parents, and students.