Middle and/or Upper School Humanities Teacher: St Andrew's-Sewanee School

POSITION: Middle and/or Upper School Humanities Teacher 

St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School seeks a dynamic Humanities teacher with a commitment to educating students in a day/boarding school with a diverse and welcoming Episcopal environment. This is a 10-month, full-time position and reports to the Associate Head of School/Dean.  Outstanding candidates will be self-directed, possess exceptional rapport-building skills, and enjoy working with other adults to encourage “challenge, balance, and joy” in the lives of adolescents.

ABOUT ST. ANDREW’S-SEWANEE SCHOOL 

Named one of the most beautiful high schools in the South by Southern Living magazine, St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School (www.sasweb.org) is a private, coeducational, Episcopal, day and boarding college-preparatory school serving 210 students in grades 6-12. Established in 1868, the school welcomes students from around the country and around the world. Our faculty and staff appreciate abundant outdoor adventure, access to cultural opportunities through the nearby University of the South, and the joy of cultivating close relationships in a small community. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaching Middle and/or Upper School Humanities courses
• Planning, evaluating, and revising curricula, course content, and course materials
• Utilizing effective class management techniques to ensure effective learning 
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours to advise and  assist students 
• Maintaining expertise in subject matter through professional development 
• Participating in departmental planning and curricular review 
• Serving as an advisor for students 
• Leading evening and weekend campus activities and supervision as needed
• Coaching and/or teaching in our co-curricular afternoon program as needed
• Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Undergraduate and/or advanced degree in English, History, or a related field
• Enthusiasm and commitment to caring for adolescents 
• Commitment to St. Andrew’s-Sewanee’s mission and vision, and comfort with the tenets of the Episcopal Church 
• A philosophical alignment with our core values and curriculum, which can be found on our website https://www.sasweb.org/about.
• Commitment to innovative teaching methods 
• Enthusiasm for teaching within a diverse community of learners

Prior teaching experience is expected, but new teachers are welcome to apply. Those who have athletic coaching and boarding school experience or interest are especially encouraged to apply.

COMPENSATION: 

This is a full-time, academic-year position. Salary is dependent on education and experience. Benefits include a tuition remission plan, health and dental insurance, workers’ compensation, short-term and long-term disability, group life insurance, retirement plan, and eligibility for grants for professional enrichment and continuing education. 

TO APPLY: 

Applications should be directed to the Humanities Search Committee. Please include a letter of introduction, a résumé, a teaching statement, and at least two professional references. All applicants must also complete an employment application. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and will close applications when the position is filled. 

Direct applications and inquiries to: 

Humanities Search Committee 

c/o Andrea Booher (employment@sasweb.org)