Watkinson School, offering inventive teaching and learning since 1881, seeks an experienced History teacher who will also serve as Assistant for Community, Equity, and Inclusion. Reporting directly to the Division Head and to the Director of Community, Equity, and Inclusion, the Assistant will support and facilitate Watkinson’s efforts to be a truly inclusive community and foster a sense of belonging. This is a full-time, 10-month position, which includes classroom teaching and advising.

Dividing their time equally between classroom teaching and supporting the Community, Equity, and Inclusion efforts of the school, the Assistant will be an experienced educator first and foremost, with a track record of productively and collaboratively engaging within a school community. The Assistant will be well-versed in Community, Equity, and Inclusion best practices and will apply this knowledge fairly, respectfully, responsively, and actively in their daily work. The successful candidate will have experience building trusting relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, as well as creating and/or implementing structures that sustain Watkinson’s equity and anti-racism initiatives over time.

The new Assistant will bring to the position:

• A strong commitment and demonstrated skill in building community, equity, and inclusion
• Experience with and enthusiasm for teaching middle school students
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills that reach all age groups and constituencies within our school community
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues
• An ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and timely and thorough work completion
• Passion, joy, flexibility, approachability, and a sense of humor

Key responsibilities will include:

• Teaching two history classes, being an academic advisor, and taking on other aspects of school life and activity
• In collaboration with the Director, planning and supporting the facilitation of CEI and anti-racism professional learning
• Coordinating the logistics of CEI-sponsored events and initiatives, including Watkinson’s Summer SPHERE program
• Supporting the work of on-campus affinity groups
• Supporting parent and alumni engagement efforts
• Collaborating and coordinating with programs and departments across the school
• Taking on other duties to support the work of Community, Equity, and Inclusion at the school.

Watkinson School is an equal opportunity employer and an open and affirming community. We seek candidates of diverse backgrounds. Qualified candidates, please send a letter of interest, resume, and a list of no fewer than three references/

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• West Hartford, CT 06117 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Hartford, CT 06117: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person