English Teacher - Middle School and Upper School Full Time

ABOUT CASTILLEJA

Castilleja is a dynamic, diverse, and intentional educational community for students in grades 6–12 that believes in the power of women learning and women leading. Founded in 1907, Castilleja fulfills its mission to educate young women to become confident thinkers and compassionate leaders with a sense of purpose to effect change in the world. Every member of the Castilleja community is responsible for fostering an equitable, respectful, and just community. We value building and sustaining authentic relationships and work together to create a collaborative learning and working environment. We are dedicated to a program that is responsive to students’ needs and identities and demonstrates a commitment to antiracist values and pedagogy. 

TEACHING AT CASTILLEJA

At Castilleja we know that students thrive when learning happens within and beyond classroom walls and when students actively witness engagement in the greater community by the adults in their lives. Employees are invited to and supported as they connect with our larger programming, advise students, and inspire new ways to bring the mission alive on campus. We seek educators who aspire to engage differences with courage, honesty, intellectual curiosity, respect, and humility.  Specifically, the English Department has a commitment to deep thinking, effective communication, and creative expression through a variety of media. English Teachers report to a Department Lead and Academic Leadership and work closely with each other and with grade-level colleagues. They typically teach at two grade levels and work with co-teachers.  

Important qualities of this teacher include:

• Flexibility 
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and teamwork 
• Openness to feedback and a growth mindset
• Commitment to student-centered learning and responsive pedagogy
• Commitment to experiential learning and interdisciplinary thinking 
• Experience with various modes of teaching and assessing
• An unabashed love of learning

Key Qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience and/or commensurate professional experience
• Proficiency with technology in and out of the classroom 
• Undergraduate degree in relevant field of study

Compensation and Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health and Wellness plans including:  Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, EAP and Life
• 403(b) Retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
• Castilleja uses a competitive salary scale that takes into account the range of experience, education, and skill level. The yearly salary for this position ranges from $82,700 to $125,000

Equal Opportunity Employment:

• Castilleja School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, qualifications and competence - regardless of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.  This Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all areas of employment.

Salary : $82,700 - $125,000