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School Overview:

Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is an independent coeducational, college preparatory day school serving grades Pre-Kindergarten (including 2 year olds) through 12. The school has a current enrollment of approximately 900 students and 170 employees located on two campuses in Suffolk, Virginia. Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. 

Job Summary:

We are looking for a positive, enthusiastic, and proactive educator with a strong background teaching English and working with Middle School students grades 6 - 8.  This position requires collaborative work with faculty within the English Department. We seek candidates who possess the following education, experience, capabilities and qualities:

Essential Functions:

•     Plan, prepare and deliver creative and effective instructional and interactive lesson plans that lead to active learning experiences and enhance a student’s knowledge of English.
•     Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs.
•     Lead students to develop critical thinking and process skills.
• Collaborate and plan on a regular basis with the other colleagues on the grade level team.
• Utilize technology to facilitate instruction and enhance learning.
• Participate in departmental level, divisional and whole school meetings and professional development activities.
• Advise a small group of students and hold conferences with students and parents.
• Provide time to mentor, tutor and assist students who may need extra help.
• Grade papers, projects and post grades in a timely manner.
• Communicate with parents regarding a student’s progress in the classroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Background:

• Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate degree in English or Education, with a concentration in English.
• Accomplished teacher of English with student-centered pedagogy.
• Current teaching certification in the state of Virginia, preferred, but not required.
• Technology proficiency is essential including use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and the use of SmartBoards and digital projectors preferably in an Apple environment. Proficiency with G Suite and Blackbaud preferred, but not required.
• Effective in integrating technology into the classroom to enhance learning.
• 1 – 5 years teaching experience preferred.

Required Skills:

• Familiarity with teaching 21st Century and possesses a student centered outlook.
• Understanding of the needs of students in a challenging academic independent school environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other English teachers and ensure cohesion of the program across divisions.
• Understands the mission of the school and the need to focus on the education of the whole child.
• Takes initiative and is self-motivated.
• Values parents as a vital resource in educating a child.
• Represents the school positively in the community.
• Excellent organizational skills and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understand the critical nature of building positive working relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Work collaboratively not only with teachers within the department but also school-wide.

Nansemond-Suffolk Academy offers a competitive salary, health, retirement, disability and life insurance benefits. Qualified applicants shall submit a completed NSA employment application (form posted online), resume with references and a cover letter explaining their interest in and qualifications for this position to Angie Thompson, director of finance and accounting, at athompson@nsacademy.org, for further consideration.  Salary commensurate with experience. 

At Nansemond-Suffolk Academy, students are engaged in personal growth, inspired to discover their passion and empowered to make a difference in the world.

About Nansemond-Suffolk Academy

Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is an independent, non-profit, coeducational, college-preparatory day school, which offers an academic program to approximately 900 students encompassing pre-kindergarten through the twelfth grade. Governed by a Board of Trustees, the Academy seeks to admit students who are prepared to enter an academically challenging educational environment. To prepare students for success in a pluralistic society, the Academy pursues diversity as a component of a selective enrollment process. The city of Suffolk, Virginia, located twenty miles from Norfolk and thirty-five miles from Virginia Beach, retains the charm of tidewater community living while offering easy access to urban and ocean-resort attractions. Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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