Equity-Minded High School Humanities Teacher

Frederickgunn; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Frederick Gunn School seeks a full-time Humanities Teacher to join our boarding community, teaching four English-focused courses across grade levels. The role emphasizes close reading, critical thinking, and character development within a values-driven curriculum.

We expect engagement with diverse student backgrounds, collaborative planning with colleagues, and ongoing assessment. The position offers a 10-month, exempt salary with comprehensive benefits and potential for residential life

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Humanities, or a related field.
• Experience teaching History or English in a school setting.
• Ability to teach close reading and historical thinking.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teaches up to four Humanities courses with interdisciplinary lessons.
• Prepares syllabi, quizzes, tests, and rubrics aligned with school philosophy.
• Uses Blackbaud LMS to post materials and track progress.
• Provides extra help, review sessions, and student support.
• Regularly assesses progress and provides constructive feedback.
• Creates an inclusive, engaging classroom balancing rigor and support.
• Collaborates with colleagues within and outside English department.
• Contributes to curriculum planning and evaluation.
• Writes clearly and compassionately in materials and interactions.

Skills

Close reading

Historical thinking

Student engagement

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Humanities, or related field

Job description

The Frederick Gunn School seeks a full-time Humanities Teacher to join our boarding community, teaching four English-focused courses across grade levels. The role emphasizes close reading, critical thinking, and character development within a values-driven curriculum.

We expect engagement with diverse student backgrounds, collaborative planning with colleagues, and ongoing assessment. The position offers a 10-month, exempt salary with comprehensive benefits and potential for residential life