Boarding School Teaching Fellow (Early Career)

Deerfield Academy; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Deerfield Academy invites Early Career Teaching Fellows to join a two-year fellowship beginning July 2027. Fellows will teach in an assigned department, support co-curriculars, and participate in residential life under experienced mentorship.

The program emphasizes professional growth, inclusivity, and ongoing development as a learning faculty. Appointments vary by department; graduates engage in classroom and school life, with mentorship and opportunities for continued education and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Interest in and experience with adolescents.
• Excellent communication and group facilitation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and classroom tech.

Responsibilities

• Teach two sections (Year 1) or three sections (Year 2) in an assigned department.
• Assist with co-curricular activities, dormitory supervision, advising.
• Engage in learning pedagogy, assessment design, and curricular planning with mentor.
• Participate in life at Deerfield and contribute to a supportive residential community.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Interest in boarding school life

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office & Google Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Classroom technologies

Job description

Deerfield Academy invites Early Career Teaching Fellows to join a two-year fellowship beginning July 2027. Fellows will teach in an assigned department, support co-curriculars, and participate in residential life under experienced mentorship.

The program emphasizes professional growth, inclusivity, and ongoing development as a learning faculty. Appointments vary by department; graduates engage in classroom and school life, with mentorship and opportunities for continued education and