Upper School English Teacher; AY

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is seeking a full-time Upper School English teacher to teach four sections of Upper School English, including English 10, an AP English Literature elective, and two trimester-long English 12 electives. We are seeking a knowledgeable English teacher who values student voice and agency, utilizes a variety of pedagogical approaches, can work independently, and is excited to work as part of a team in curriculum development.

Other faculty member responsibilities at BB&N encompass advising, as well as community, athletic/coaching, and student life activities and program needs. Candidates should be comfortable working with colleagues in designing, innovating, and delivering a curriculum that incorporates skill development, metacognition, and cultural competency, and that caters to a range of student learners.

Key functions for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and curriculum guidelines.
• Prepares materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance.
• Supervises the behavior of students in the classroom, school grounds, and educational trips, and discusses academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students as they arise.
• Monitors students’ progress throughout the year.
• Communicates progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or campus Director.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Enforces safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.
• Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.
• Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff.
• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars.
• Maintains knowledge of research, developments, and best practices.
• Performs related tasks such as sponsoring student activities or organizations, including athletics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

BB&N seeks candidates who:

• Hold an undergraduate degree in literature or a related field. An advanced degree in literature, education, or a similar field is preferred.
• Create a dynamic and engaging classroom experience for students.
• Offer a wide range of opportunities for learning in the classroom (small group work, full-class discussion, debates, presentations, etc.).
• Demonstrate agility in adjusting teaching approaches to best support the critical thinking, writing, and creativity of all students.
• Build students’ confidence in their independent ability to read, write, and think critically and creatively.
• Work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Seek collaboration with a team of colleagues within the English Department and with teachers in other disciplines.
• Value advancing students’ knowledge and affirmation of themselves and others.
• Integrate our School’s mission, values, and DEIG commitments into their teaching practices.
• Commit to working in and fostering an inclusive community by advancing the efforts of anti-racism and equity in their classes and the broader community.

BB&N offers competitive salaries and benefits, employing equitable and consistent compensation practices. The starting salary for any hired candidate is based on experience within salary bands.

Compensation for eligible full-time and part-time employees includes a 403(b) plan with up to a 10% match of salary and other competitive benefits offerings. Benefits offered to eligible employees include health & dental insurance; commuter benefits; long-term disability insurance, and more.

Please visit the Careers at BB&N page to complete your online application. Please upload your Cover Letter, Resume, and Reference List. Successful candidates submit complete applications inclusive of all requested materials and respond to all posting questions completely and thoughtfully.

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any non-job-related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage candidates of color and all diverse candidates to apply.

Cambridge, MA

Learning Stage(s):
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School