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Position: Upper School History Teacher

Founded in 1888, The Baldwin School is a non-sectarian college preparatory, independent day school, PreK-Grade 12, dedicated to a tradition of excellence in all-girls education. In a nurturing atmosphere that reflects socioeconomic, ethnic and religious diversity, our girls strive to develop scholarship, leadership and citizenship within a community that emphasizes intellectual rigor, ethical integrity, and independence of thought. More information is available on our website.

The Baldwin School seeks applicants for the position of a full-time Upper School History Teacher for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year who is qualified to teach all levels of Upper School History. The successful candidate will teach four or more classes, make meaningful contributions to the advising and co-curricular programs, engage in those duties typical of independent school life, and support the school's mission. Successful candidates will have an understanding of and appreciation for girls' education.

Successful candidates will enjoy working collaboratively to develop innovative and engaging lessons to meet the needs of all learners. They will possess expertise in at least one non-U.S. field of History. Successful candidates will engage students positively, with a growth mindset, and interact productively with colleagues and parents.

Responsibilities:

• Guide students in the process of doing History through research, writing, and conversation;
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and a commitment to growth for yourself and your students, by actively pursuing professional development in the teaching of History and other topics relevant to your teaching practice;
• In partnership with the Department Chair and colleagues, develop appropriate curriculum and lessons to ensure a cohesive learning trajectory from year to year;
• Create an inclusive and supportive classroom community, establishing routines and building relationships with students; use positive guidance, offering helpful feedback and exhibiting patience, empathy and respect;
• Differentiate instruction and materials to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of all students;
• Assess student progress and adjust teaching plans accordingly; provide students with regular and timely feedback about their progress;
• Create and regularly update a digital classroom page, using our learning management system (LMS), as a primary means of communicating classroom activities to families;
• Collaborate with colleagues in other content areas to design interdisciplinary and project-based learning experiences;
• Serve as an advisor, club leader, chaperone, or other co-curricular leader in support of the Upper School;
• Maintain an ongoing dialogue with parents about student progress, through emails, phone calls, report-writing and in-person conferences; maintain strong communication with colleagues, families, and administration; and
• Other duties as assigned by the Division Director or Head of School.

Qualifications:

• B.A. in History or related field required; M.A. preferred;
• 3-5 years of teaching experience at the Upper School level, preferred;
• Experience teaching and/or academic specialization in a non-U.S. field of History;
• Experience using academic technology software and classroom technology;
• A commitment to creating an inclusive classroom community that allows for a multitude of perspectives to be heard and respected; and
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills.

Contact:

Interested candidates, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references.

Baldwin is an equal opportunity employer, and we strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds, genders, and abilities to apply.