Upper School History Teacher; SY

Position Description (What you will do):

The History Department at the Hockaday school encourages young women to understand the world through their own observations, and guided inquiry. This position will teach World History and United States History to students in the Upper School. Ideal candidates will also have the ability to teach Economics. Opportunities to teach additional courses in the area of the person’s expertise/interest may also be available depending on departmental needs.

The History Department at The Hockaday School encourages students to understand the world around them from multiple perspectives. History teachers develop and execute engaging lessons, creating an environment which allows students to think critically and independently. The faculty teaches students to use historical details to fashion their own understanding of the past, the present, and the future. With the prominence of inquiry, research, writing, discussion, and analysis in the curriculum, the History Department strives to cultivate students who think for themselves and outside themselves in addressing essential questions.

Qualified candidates will possess a mastery of subject, pedagogical versatility, and commitment to students. Passionate about history, they model the joy of learning, and they embrace professional development opportunities as they seek the best for those students and for themselves. In addition to teaching and leading an advisory, the faculty member will sponsor clubs as needed and be available for student extracurricular activities.

• Teach four sections of Upper School History. Each section meets for 85 minutes three times per 7‑day rotation
• Serve as an advisor to a group of Upper School students
• Develop and execute engaging lesson plans creating an environment which allows students to think critically and independently
• Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents
• Contribute to the life of the Upper School including participating in all assigned duties and engaging in professional development

• An advanced degree in a history, economics, or a related field is preferred
• Willingness to teach more than one discipline at the Upper School level
• Willingness and ability to teach advanced (AP‑level) coursework as needed
• Teaching experience in an Upper School or High School setting is preferred
• Experience and interest in developing innovative uses of technology in the classroom as well as comfort with its administrative use
• Experience developing curriculum (strongly preferred)
• Experience and interest in participating in the Writing Center, or willingness to learn how to serve in the Writing Center
• An interest in serving as a club sponsor and/or athletics coach
• A commitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleague and mentor
• Must have the ability to work in a school environment through satisfactory completion of all legally required and School‑required background and screening checks and verifications, including criminal and sex offender background checks.

• You’ll join a mission‑driven, joyful community that believes deeply in the limitless potential of girls.
• We are a community grounded in the Hockaday Cornerstones—Character, Courtesy, Scholarship, and Athletics—and you’ll bring these values to life in your daily work.
• We are energized by meaningful challenges, embrace a growth mindset, and seek creative solutions that positively impact our students.
• We honor our rich traditions while embracing innovation across all areas of the School.
• We value diverse perspectives and cultivate an environment where every voice is respected and every community member feels they belong.
• We work collaboratively, support one another, and take pride in the strong professional relationships that define our community.
• We offer competitive compensation and insurance packages, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long‑term disability…