Middle School History Teacher

The Shipley School seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Middle School History Teacher to work with our existing History Department. This will be a full-time position beginning August 15, 2024. This is a full-time, exempt position within the Middle School reporting to the Head of Middle School.

Major Responsibilities:

• Teach five sections of Middle School History
• Act as an advisor and be committed to playing an active role in the Middle School.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must:

• Share a deep passion for history
• Commit to teaching and exploring diverse perspectives of content and creating an equitable and inclusive learning environment
• Have excellent knowledge of current trends in the subject area
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop a curriculum focused on hands-on, inquiry-based learning encouraging students to think deeply and creatively
• Have experience creating authentic formative and summative assessments
• Be comfortable using technology and incorporating it into teaching

The ideal candidate will display:

• Maturity, collegiality, flexibility, humor, and commitment to positive growth
• Excellent speaking and writing skills
• Experience teaching History in a Middle School setting
• BA in history or related field (advanced degree preferred but not required)
• An appreciation for the unique qualities of the typical young adolescents found in Middle School settings
• A willingness to employ differentiated instruction to meet learners at their level of need

The Shipley School, founded in 1894, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school currently enrolling approximately 800 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, the school is committed to educational excellence and dedicated to developing in each student a love of learning and compassionate participation in the world.

The Shipley School is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals. The school will make all employment decisions for employees and applicants without unlawful discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy, age, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity, and expression, creed, genetic predisposition, a victim of domestic violence or any other basis protected by law.

Additional Opportunities

In addition to this position, Shipley seeks talented new colleagues across a host of full- and part-time positions ranging from teaching to coaching, to staff support. Go to shipleyschool.org/about/employment to learn more.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should complete the online application. Cover letter, Philosophy of Education Statement, and Resume should be uploaded in the resume section of the application for the attention of Chantra Reinman, Head of Middle School. Applications with missing supporting documents will receive less consideration. Please note that clearances are not required at the time of application but will be required for employment. No phone calls, please.