Career Center
San Diego, California
Posted: 18-Apr-23
Location: Hardwick, Massachusetts
Type: Full Time
Preferred Education:
Eagle Hill School, an independent boarding school in Hardwick, Massachusetts, seeks an experienced English teacher to join our dynamic faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching composition and literature to high school students and be committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment for all students. A desire to engage students with language in ways that respect and challenge them as learners is required. Having an understanding of ancient, modern, or digital rhetorics and creative writing are pluses.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging instruction that meet the needs of diverse learners
- Create and administer assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies as needed
- Incorporate technology and other resources to enhance student learning
- Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum and instruction across grade levels
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues about student progress
- Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge
- Contribute to the boarding school community through participation in extracurricular activities and committees
If you are a dedicated and passionate English teacher looking to join a supportive and collaborative community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
About
Eagle Hill School is a coeducational college-preparatory boarding school located in Hardwick, Massachusetts, that provides an individualized education for students with diverse learning profiles, including those identified as having dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, as well as students with ADHD (inattentive type). What makes Eagle Hill School fundamentally different than other schools is our belief in learning diversity and our understanding that each student’s path to the future will be unique.
Eagle Hill School seeks innovative educators and staff who are eager to participate in the academic, athletic, and co-curricular life of an innovative and engaging boarding school community.
Benefits offered
There are many benefits to working for Eagle Hill School: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life insurance benefits, long-term disability, 403(b) retirement savings plan, paid time off, and more. Employees may choose to enroll in plans that best meet their personal needs. Plus, the knowledge that you are making a difference in the lives of our students!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Eagle Hill School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
- Bachelor's degree in English or a related field (graduate degree preferred)
- Strong knowledge of writing pedagogies
- Experience teaching composition and literature to high school students
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
- Dedication to meeting the needs of all students and fostering an encouraging learning environment
- Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom and the school community
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
To apply:
Submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documentation (transcripts, letters of reference) by email to mkim@eaglehill.school or by mail to:
Dr. Matthew Kim
Chair, English and Reading Departments
Eagle Hill School
242 Old Petersham Road
Hardwick, MA 01005
