Humanities Teacher; Academic Year 2026-2027

Mission:

Waring School is a co-educational, college preparatory day school of 174 students, grades 6-12 in Beverly, MA. Waring’s mission is “To create and sustain a community of lifelong learners who are working together for the individual and common good.”

Waring School seeks an enthusiastic and collaborative Humanities teacher who is looking to thrive in a small learning community. The position includes teaching two sections of Humanities. At least one of these two classes, if not both, will be in our Middle School program. The position also includes teaching at least one section of High School Creative Writing, depending on interest and experience.

Candidates seeking full time employment could also mentor the 8th grade Writing program, teach an elective, and/or serve as an academic advisor.

Our ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and sharing a love of Humanities (history, literature, social studies) in our discussion-based high school classes, with the possibility of some middle school teaching. As Waring faculty, this teacher’s role may also involve other aspects of the student experience such as acting as an academic advisor (called a ‘Tutor’), Athletics, co-curricular activities, Experiential Learning (through our Endterm and Camping Trip programs), Debate, Theater, or other, depending on interest and abilities.

Teaching Humanities;
Teaching Writing;
Advising students.

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or Social Sciences (other relevant Science field considered), with Master’s degree and/or two years teaching experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate adolescent learners and to work well with colleagues.
• Familiarity with Google suite, including Google classroom, preferred.
• Familiarity with digital teaching and learning tools preferred.
• Participation in annual all-school events such as Program Night, Graduation, Convocation.
• Participation in Experiential Learning aspects of our program, including Camping Trip and Endterm, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage.
• Attendance at co-curricular aspects of our school program, e.g. All-School Meetings, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage.
• Participation in Faculty Meetings and Professional Days, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage.

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Interested candidates should email a résumé and letter of interest explaining their background to: positions as soon as possible.