What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School English and Social Studies position at Alta Vista School?
Opportunity starting August 2025. Alta Vista seeks a dynamic Middle School English and Social Studies Teacher.
If interested, send a cover letter and resume to Head of Middle School, Liz Davis at liz.davis@altavistaschool.org
The Position: Middle School English and Social Studies Teacher
• Design and teach thematic English and Social Studies classes to middle school students
• Work collaboratively with middle school colleagues
• Serve as a co-advisor to a group of middle school students
• Lead an after-school club one day a week
• Participate in field trips and an annual grade-level trip.
• Maintain a vibrant, inclusive, student-centered, active classroom environment.
• Participate in all school activities, faculty meetings, committees, and parent conferences during and after school hours as may be necessary.
• Maintain a growth mindset and actively participate in faculty professional development and supervision, including observations and feedback conversations in order to continuously improve one’s practice.
• Commit to anti-racist and inclusive practices that support students of all backgrounds to succeed.
• Evaluate and give feedback on student progress regularly using standards-based assessment tools.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree; Master’s degree preferred
• A comprehensive understanding of the field of English and social studies education and a demonstrated willingness to explore and embrace new pedagogical practices, technologies, and developing trends.
• Experience teaching English and Social Studies at the middle school and/or secondary school level preferred
Alta Vista School is a dynamic Independent School in San Francisco. Faculty, administrators, and families alike share the belief that experiential, hands-on activities provide optimal opportunities to engage students in meaningful learning. Alta Vista educators benefit from small class sizes and are intentional in their instruction. Alta Vista is committed to being a Resume and Cover Letter
Salary : $70,000 - $100,000
