Upper School History Teacher

Metairie Park Country Day School; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

All school-year holidays

Job summary

Metairie Park Country Day School is seeking a Full-Time Upper School History Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in History or social science, with prior teaching experience preferred. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package and all school-year holidays.

Responsibilities involve teaching Civics courses, implementing rigorous instruction, and supporting the mission of the school that values inclusion and diversity. Applicants should email a resume, cover letter, and teaching philosophy to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History or a social science required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion in education.

Responsibilities

• Teach Civics courses in grades 9-12.
• Prepare for effective student learning.
• Attend faculty and departmental meetings.
• Support professional development opportunities.
• Engage in community building for diverse students.

Skills

Teaching Civics courses

Implementing rigorous instruction

Participating in faculty meetings

Supporting diverse cultures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in History or social science

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Metairie Park Country Day School seeks an experienced and enthusiastic teacher who enjoys working with young people to fill the position of Full-Time Upper School History Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. A Bachelor’s degree in History or a social science is required. Prior teaching experience and an advanced degree are preferred. This full‑time, 10‑month position includes a comprehensive benefits package along with all school‑year holidays.

Responsibilities Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• Teaching Civics courses in grades 9-12; the ability to teach additional history or social science course is preferred.
• Implementing rigorous instruction and all necessary preparation for effective student learning.
• Attending and participating in faculty, grade level, and departmental meetings.
• Supporting professional development opportunities, both scheduled and outside work hours, as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Head of School or a division principal.
• Supporting the Mission of the School and its leadership.
• Being an active member of a community that centers inclusion and belonging; guiding students toward upholding the value in diversity of cultures, beliefs and perspectives, as well as supporting them in navigating issues inherent in equity and justice.

The goals of the Country Day History Department are to instill a passion for history and civic engagement in every Upper School student, equipping all students with the critical thinking and analytical skills needed to understand and engage meaningfully with the world around them. The department offers advanced courses across its curriculum, and students are encouraged to explore those. We are equally committed to engaging students for whom history is not a primary interest, fostering an appreciation for the past and an informed perspective on the present in each and every learner.

Founded in 1929, Metairie Park Country Day School is a coeducational, non‑denominational, independent school serving students from Pre‑K through Grade 12. The School’s mission emphasizes academic excellence, individual growth, and a vibrant, inclusive community.

Information about Country Day is available on our website: www.mpcds.com.

Application Process

Interested parties may send a resume, a cover letter with a teaching philosophy, and a personal statement with a specific description of what we might see in a class taught by the candidate to [e-mail].

Applicants should title all of their documents with their first and last names. Applicants should also include “Full-Time Upper School History Position” in the subject line of the email.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Metairie Park Country Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.