Upper School English Teacher

Bentley School•Lafayette, CA

5d•$70,000 - $140,000

About The Position

Bentley School is a K-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two campuses in Oakland (K-8) and Lafayette (9-12), California. Founded in 1920, Bentley School's legacy of excellence in teaching and learning maximizes student success in college and throughout their lives. Bentley is an inclusive community that shares a vision of academic achievement, balance, and the cultivation of character. Engaging in continual reflection, re-assessment, and pursuit of mission-driven pedagogical practices, Bentley faculty members maintain a growth mindset by observing and learning from each other and participating in robust professional development. Teachers are expected to align unequivocally with student growth and success, establishing pedagogical objectives that are consistent with students’ development, reflecting high expectations along with demonstrated flexibility based on student achievement. Beyond the classroom, Bentley faculty members participate meaningfully in aspects of student and campus life serving as role models of compassion, respect, justice, and inclusivity as citizens of the world.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English and/or a related field that requires significant coursework in English literature.
Experience teaching English at a 9-12th grade level
Experience in an interdisciplinary environment with an emphasis on group collaboration
Experience in teaching problem-solving skills in addition to content
Ability and willingness to work with students in large and small group settings using multiple teaching methods to reach a broad range of students
Desire to continually examine one’s practice with the goal to improve student learning
Commitment to issues of diversity, leadership, inclusion, and equity; Candidates who reflect the broad range of diversity of the Bay Area are encouraged to apply
A passion for working with young people
A desire to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers and administrators
Excellent interpersonal, writing, and communication skills
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and be willing to undergo both Livescan background check and TB screening as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Teaching Upper School English, both introductory, team-taught survey and seminar-style upper level courses
Developing daily lesson plans and assessments of student performance
Participating in various aspects of student life at Bentley such as advising students, clubs, coaching, or working with student organizations
Working collaboratively with administration, grade level teachers, specialists, and advisors
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, students, and families
Communicating effectively with parents in formal and informal conferences, written reports, newsletters, and other school-approved channels
Supporting and following school policies and procedures
Being a positive and contributing member of the Bentley community
Creating a positive learning environment both remotely and on campus where students thrive academically
Designing innovative curricula in which both academic and social-emotional growth are considered
Attending regular faculty and grade-level meetings
Attending evening and weekend special events