Upper School History Teacher

Convent of the Sacred Heart • New York, NY

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Convent of the Sacred Heart, New York City's oldest independent school for girls, is seeking a full-time Upper School History Teacher for an immediate opening. As part of an international network of 160 schools, Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to a set of principles known as the "Goals and Criteria," which articulate the core components of a Sacred Heart education and a unified educational mission. The school's philosophy centers on unearthing, nurturing, and empowering each child's unique gifts to share with the global community. The school is dedicated to building an anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming community and seeks candidates who connect with its Mission and Goals. History teachers at Sacred Heart aim to broaden understanding, stimulate thoughtful inquiry, and encourage insights into the experiences of all people. The program is rigorous with high support, utilizing classroom time for discussions of original documents and historiography, with a commitment to a global approach to prepare students for a 21st-century world through an appreciation of societies across place and time.

Requirements

• Master's degree in history
• Passion for history and for interacting with high school-aged students, in and outside of the classroom
• Prior history or social studies teaching experience at the secondary level
• Proficient with current educational technology, especially blended learning platforms and strategies
• Knowledge of, appreciation for, and demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-bias education, multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy
• Commitment to using innovative teaching practices and technology to enhance instruction

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in the history of the Atlantic world
• Interest in and experience with interdisciplinary study and/or teaching

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support for students outside of class time (answering homework questions, consulting with them about their writing, and the like), as needed
• Collaborate and participate actively in the work of the Department on innovative curriculum development, project-based learning, and assessment
• Attend department and faculty meetings
• Act as an advisor for 8 to 10 Upper School students
• Active participation in the life of the school community, which includes assuming at least one additional out-of-the-classroom duty, such as advising a student club, joining a standing committee, or coaching

What This Job Offers

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