Senior School English Teacher

Sewickley Academy • Sewickley, PA

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About The Position

Sewickley Academy is Pittsburgh's longest-standing coeducational independent Junior Pre-Kindergarten-12 day school. Our mission is to inspire and educate students to engage their hearts, minds, and hands to cultivate their full individual and collective potential in the service of a greater good. At the Academy, every student is encouraged to explore their passions and excel while embracing their authentic selves. With the recent completion of state-of-the-art computer science and robotics classrooms and new athletic facilities, the Academy is poised for the continued expansion of our STEM and athletic programs. We believe strongly in the importance and value of a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, athletics, and community service. Our faculty and staff from all departments and divisions work together to create an environment of encouragement and support by inspiring students to reach their goals and develop a love of learning. This position offers a competitive salary plus excellent benefits and work/life balance programs including a premium-free health plan option, an excellent retirement plan, generous leave time, and tuition benefits programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Rhetoric & Composition, Comparative Literature, or a related field is required; Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of three years of high school English teaching experience.
• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven success working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, parents, and school leaders.

Responsibilities

• Carry a teaching load of five sections drawn from a range of grade-level and topical courses including regular and honors English classes, Advanced Placement courses, and creative and engaging senior electives.
• Work collaboratively with the Department to design curriculum and instruction.
• Assess and provide feedback on student work to support growth in reading, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Use formative assessment to adapt lessons to meet student needs.
• Maintain open communication with students, families, and colleagues to support student success.
• Serve as a dedicated advisor to a group of eight to ten students, supporting and encouraging their personal and academic growth.
• Promote school life by sponsoring student clubs and activities and serving on academic committees.
• Embrace the school's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and continually evaluate curriculum and pedagogy to reflect this commitment.
• Demonstrate a desire for constant professional and personal growth by regularly participating in and seeking out professional learning opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Premium-free health plan option.
• Excellent retirement plan.
• Generous leave time.
• Tuition benefits programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree