English Teacher (Leave Replacement)

Episcopal High School•Alexandria, VA

23h•$1,200 - $2,000•Onsite

About The Position

Episcopal High School is seeking a dynamic professional to teach four sections of English, covering two consecutive parental leaves. The School is open to candidates who can commit to the entirety of both leaves or just one of the time periods. The role involves teaching two sections of freshman English (Fundamentals in Literature and Composition) and two sections of electives for juniors/seniors during the first period, and then transitioning to one section of sophomore English (Genre Studies) and two sections of electives for juniors/seniors during the second period. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented candidates who will actively engage in the life of the School and contribute to its mission. References should highlight the candidate's ability and willingness to work creatively and effectively in a boarding school setting. While residential duties are secondary to the teaching assignment, they can be discussed if of interest to the candidate. The offered salary will be competitive and based on experience. More information about the School can be found on the EHS careers page.

Requirements

Ability to teach English.
Capacity and willingness to work creatively and effectively in a boarding school environment.
References should speak to the candidate’s capacity and willingness to work creatively and effectively in a boarding school environment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to take on the entirety of the two leaves.
Ability to take on only one of the time periods.
Interest in discussing residential duties.

Responsibilities

Teach four sections of English, covering two consecutive parental leaves.
Teach two sections of freshman English (Fundamentals in Literature and Composition).
Teach two sections of electives for juniors/seniors.
Teach one section of sophomore English (Genre Studies).
Participate eagerly in the life of the School.
Actively advance the School's mission.