Middle School Humanities Teacher (Immediate Opening)

Woodland School • Portola Valley, CA

5d • $85,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Woodland School seeks an inspiring Middle School Humanities teacher who develops students’ passions and curiosities, and helps them think deeply about the world through various lenses of history, literature, and media. We want our students to find their voices and express their ideas confidently through the spoken and written word. The position requires maintaining a full teaching load, serving as an advisor to a small cohort of students, leading the Capstone program, and active support of various student-life activities. The Middle School humanities program blends the conceptual learning of history, English and current events with core literacy skills. The team challenges students to actively take the role of historian and author. The Humanities department consists of four teachers in grades 5-8 collaborating within and across disciplines to build a passion for reading, writing, and speaking. These skills are developed through activities that challenge students and inspire them to explore across genres. Woodland School’s teachers are facilitators of student-centered learning. They accomplish this by engaging learners in authentic lessons that connect them through real-world situations. Teachers are encouraged to immerse students in critical thinking, collaborative learning experiences, and evidence-based explanations. Woodland teachers are committed to creating inclusive classrooms where all perspectives are heard and valued.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years teaching experience, preferably at the middle-school level.
• Bachelor's degree in English, History or related field.
• Teaching credential preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all constituents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of a variety of pedagogical approaches and instructional strategies.
• An understanding of both formative and summative assessments to guide instruction.
• Experience integrating themes related to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the curriculum.
• Commitment to differentiated learning in order to meet the needs of all students in the classroom.
• A deep understanding of the writing process.
• A thorough understanding of current technologies and tools for teaching and learning.
• Demonstrated professional behavior, including discretion, judgment and integrity.
• Effectively interacts with a diverse population of students and faculty.
• Must be able to clear a background check, LiveScan fingerprinting and TB screening.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a full teaching load
• Serving as an advisor to a small cohort of students
• Leading the Capstone program
• Active support of various student-life activities
• Participating in the advisory program
• Participating in social and emotional learning
• Participating in weekly department meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Participating in outdoor education
• Participating in any and all aspects that support the student experience

Benefits

• Robust professional development program supports our faculty by connecting them to the best practices in pedagogy, curriculum development, educational technology, and student assessment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level