Oakwood School seeks a qualified and passionate expert to join the History/Social Studies Department at the middle school level. This includes teaching five or six out of eight periods (core and elective), as well as serving as a middle school advisor.
Requirements
- Teach five sections of middle school core history classes (Ancient History, U.S. History I, or U.S. History II) with the option to add one elective course.
- Lesson planning and grading for courses above
- Serve as a Middle School Advisor as the first line of communication and support for a small cohort of students and families
- Contribute to the mission of the school and the History/Social Science Department
- Promote a learner-centered approach to instruction focused on student engagement
- Understand and connect exceptionally well with middle school-aged students
- Collaborate enthusiastically with colleagues
- Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues in a timely and professional manner
- Contribute talents and skills to the school community in additional capacities, including coaching and advising
- Fulfill campus responsibilities including break supervision, crosswalk duty, or other duties as assigned
- Participate in Admission events, including Open House, New Student Orientation, and applicant interviews, as applicable during this term
- Attend various staff meetings, Back-to-School Nights, promotion ceremony, and other events as directed
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment