Upper School History Teacher at Morristown-Beard School

Indiana University; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Morristown Beard School invites applications for a full-time History teacher for grades 9-12 for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and foster an inclusive classroom culture aligned with MBS values.

Responsibilities include advising, supporting the school's activities program, rotating supervisory duties, and teaching a range of history courses. A Bachelor's Degree is required; advanced degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Willingness to teach multiple history courses (grades 9–12).

Responsibilities

• Act as an advisor to students.
• Support the school's activities program.
• Rotate through supervisory duties ( detention, dismissal, study hall ).

Skills

History content knowledge

Collaborative teaching

Differentiated instruction

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Morristown Beard School seeks a dynamic and dedicated full-time History teacher for grades 9-12 for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and exhibit a progressive, multidisciplinary, and collaborative approach in the classroom. This individual will also contribute positively to our school’s supportive and caring environment, fostering a respectful, equitable, and inclusive classroom culture aligned with the values of MBS: Personal Responsibility, Awareness of Diverse Perspectives, Engagement, Tenacity, Independence of Mind, Humor and Humility.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate expertise in historical practice and a rich knowledge of specialized content area
• Be willing to teach a range of history courses in grades 9-12
• Differentiate instruction based on feedback, needs, and learning levels
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and willingness to collaborate and communicate readily with colleagues
• Communicate effectively with students and families about student progress
• Identify and support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral learning needs
• Engage actively in school life by participating in clubs, sports, and extracurricular activities

Responsibilities:

• Act as an advisor
• Support the School’s activities program
• Rotate through supervisory duties, such as detention, dismissal, study hall, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree; advanced degree preferred

About MBS:

Unwavering in its 130-year commitment to developing the potential of all students, Morristown Beard School proudly seeks to harmonize academic rigor with moral and ethical development, guiding students towards a life of balance and authentic learning. An independent, coeducational day school, MBS serves students from more than 85 communities and nine counties in northern New Jersey. Students at MBS learn from expert, supportive teachers in classes that are small, welcoming, and challenging. Total school enrollment averages around 600 (Upper School~450 students; Middle School~150 students).