Upper Level Literature and Writing Teacher

The Lawrenceville School • Lawrenceville, NJ

38d • $55,000 - $79,000

About The Position

The Lawrenceville School announces a possible opening for a full time English teacher. We are seeking enthusiastic, energetic, collegial individuals who want to work with both adults and high school students in a collaborative and inclusive academic setting. The English Department encourages students to develop a love of reading, facility and pleasure in writing, and an appreciation for literature as a way to understand themselves and the world.

Requirements

• M.A. in English, or M. Ed. with BA in English
• At least seven years’ high school teaching experience in an ELA or English classroom
• Ability to teach across a range of literatures, periods, and genres
• Ability to teach both introductory and advanced courses in English
• Experience in curriculum and assessment development
• Demonstrated success teaching writing and the writing process
• Demonstrated success facilitating collaborative, student-centered, discussion-based classes
• Demonstrated success in providing timely, effective student feedback
• A passion for teaching literature and writing
• Demonstrated success working as a part of a high-performing team
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication (oral and written) abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, as needed and appropriate.
• Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Google suite and Microsoft Office suite.
• Demonstrated dedication to working with high-school students.

Responsibilities

• Teach four sections/two to three preps per trimester (approximately 40-50 students).
• Two seasons of coaching or equivalent co-curricular commitment, including at least one season of interscholastic coaching (or the equivalent).
• Advise five to eight students
• One evening a week of “House duty,” providing supervision in a student residence from 6-11:30 pm.
• Faculty who reside in School-provided housing are expected to spend eight years living in one of the residential houses at some point in their career; although not necessarily starting their first year.
• Chaperone a weekend activity (dance, coffee house, etc.) at least once per term.
• Work within the department and in the broader school to foster community and belonging and to support the School’s anti-racist commitments.
• Work professionally and cooperatively within the department, the School, and the broader Lawrenceville community.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Eligible employees receive a competitive benefit package that includes health insurance coverage, paid leave and retirement plan options and many other valuable programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees