Upper School Economics Teacher

Westtown School•West Chester, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Westtown School seeks a part-time Upper School Economics Teacher to join our faculty in August 2026. The Part-time Economics Teacher will teach one to two economics classes each semester. Westtown School is an independent Quaker, Pre-K–12 day and boarding school located on a 600-acre campus in West Chester, PA, approximately 30 miles west of Philadelphia. Guided by Quaker values, Westtown School inspires and prepares our students to become stewards and leaders of a better world.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related subject is required
3-5 years of relevant teaching experience
An understanding of adolescent development
Familiarity with Google Workspace and learning management systems such as Canvas
The ability to incorporate technology effectively into instructional practices
Demonstrated commitment to enhancing an inclusive school community based on cultural competence, commitment to social justice, and respect for all voices
Excellent interpersonal skills
A collaborative mindset
The ability to build meaningful relationships with students throughout our diverse community
Alignment with Westtown School’s mission and an educational philosophy consistent with the school’s Quaker values

Nice To Haves

advanced degree preferred
Coaching experience and an interest in participating in the athletics program in addition to teaching are a plus

Responsibilities

Develops lessons and hands-on learning activities that promote problem-solving, creative and critical thinking, collaboration, and effective communication skills while encouraging risk-taking in learning
Actively involves students in the classroom through group work, project-based learning, exploration, questioning, discussion, and other cooperative teaching techniques
Communicates effectively with all constituents – colleagues, administrators, parents, and students and maintains accurate and up-to-date assignments and grades
Helps students hone the essential skills of critical thinking, communication, and empathy, and empowers them to draw out those skills in other people
Supports students’ social-emotional and identity development
Contributes to building and sustaining an inclusive school community and a program that embodies diverse cultures and perspectives
Integrates technology seamlessly into teaching strategies and practices, including the use of a learning management system
Contributes to students’ development of Quaker values
Engages in decision-making aligned with Quaker process in service to the school community
Enthusiastically seeks out and participates in both school-sponsored and self-selected professional development opportunities to grow as an instructional leader and community member