Upper School History Teacher

National Association of Episcopal Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Alexandria is seeking a passionate Upper School History Instructor. This role emphasizes innovative teaching and a commitment to student-centered pedagogy. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in history, particularly in World and American History, and will be dedicated to fostering an inclusive and engaging classroom environment. This welcoming community values diversity and promotes professional growth through various development opportunities. If you are eager to inspire the next generation and contribute to a supportive educational setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in history required; advanced degree preferred.
• Significant teaching experience with a record of innovation.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Upper School History with a focus on World and American History.
• Assess student writing and foster a student-centered learning environment.

Skills

Teaching Experience

World History

American History

Student-Centered Pedagogy

Writing Assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in History

Advanced Degree in History

Job description

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School

Location: Alexandria, VA, United States

Position: Upper School History Instructor

We are seeking an instructor for Upper School History. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in history (advanced degree preferred), significant teaching experience, and a record of innovation and professional growth in a school setting. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience teaching World History and American History, a commitment to teamwork, forward-thinking and student-centered pedagogy, and experience in teaching and assessing writing.

About Our School

St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School is a welcoming, collegial community committed to our mission to “pursue goodness as well as knowledge and to honor the unique value of each of our members as a child of God in a caring community.” Located on three campuses in Alexandria, VA, near Washington, D.C., we serve students from age 3 to Grade 12. Our educational approach emphasizes the whole child, fostering academic, social/emotional, cultural, and physical development to prepare students as knowledgeable, kind, and empathetic citizens.

Our Values and Professional Development

We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our culture promotes lifelong learning, offering opportunities such as cultural competency workshops, DEIB exploration, support for graduate studies, summer grants, and conferences like the People of Color Conference and CASE-NAIS. We encourage our faculty and staff to continually grow in their disciplines and as educators.

Application Process

If you are interested, please apply through our website at https://www.sssas.org/about-us/employment. We offer a quick and mobile-friendly application process. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Additional Information

For more about our school, visit www.sssas.org. Please note, applications must be submitted through our website; do not email resumes.