MS History Teacher

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Crystal Springs Uplands School is a 6-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two distinct campuses in Hillsborough and Belmont, CA with 125 employees. Our deeply connected culture and community celebrates scholarship, strives for balance, and fosters inclusion. The Professional Adult Community (PAC) is an experienced, collaborative group of employees who are committed to the mission and core values of the school. Crystal is full of kind, curious learners (adults and students alike) who are passionate about the school’s mission of transformative teaching and meaningful connections. We are committed to the work required to create more equitable systems and foster inclusive environments so that all members of our community can thrive together.

MISSION STATEMENT

Through transformative teaching and meaningful connections, we empower kind, curious learners to thrive together.

CORE VALUES

We Celebrate Scholarship

The foundation of Crystal is academic excellence.

We Seek Growth Challenges

Our culture says try it.

We Foster Kindness & Inclusion

Crystal is a caring and diverse community.

We Strive for Balance

A holistic approach to well-being is integral to our mission.

We Engage with Enthusiasm

With unbounded spirit, we give our best effort every day and pay it forward to our community.

We Lead with Humility

Being grateful and open-minded, we pursue lifelong learning.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

Crystal seeks a temporary, leave replacement, full-time exempt (1.0 FTE, 10-month) Middle School History Teacher starting February 2025 through June 6, 2025. The mission of the History Department is to develop global and local actors whose civic responsibility and cultural competency drive them to be active members of society, through oral and written advocacy, critical thinking skills, and rigorous inquiry of the past and present.

The objectives of the History Department are:

• To introduce students to the major themes in modern human history from the earliest civilizations through major empires, indigenous communities and nation-states.
• To foster strong identities as both U.S. and global citizens
• To encourage students to regard the people of other times and places with curiosity, openness and empathy.
• To create an understanding of and appreciation for the importance of race, class, religion, gender, and ethnicity in shaping history.
• To develop skills associated with the social sciences:
• Analytical writing
• The interpretation of primary sources
• The understanding of the vocabulary of history, politics, and social science
• The use of the library and online resources for research and presentations
• The ability to formulate and defend an argument in writing or speaking
• To show connections between past and present by connecting with current events
• To develop multicultural literacy and global awareness.

7th-grade world history students study historical content from the 4th-16th century, focusing on Central America, Asia, and Africa. A primary goal of the course is to examine and understand the cultural, religious, economic, and technological exchanges and conflicts that resulted from the interaction of peoples and ideas in these areas.

Essential Questions

• How did the distant regions of the world become more interconnected through medieval and early modern times, and what were the effects of these interactions? (Sites of Encounter)
• How did environmental and technological innovations during the Middle Ages affect the expansion of agriculture, cities, and human population? (Technology & innovation)
• How did major religions and cultural systems develop and change over time, and how did they spread to multiple cultures? (Values & belief systems)
• How does where we live influence how we live? (Geography, environment, & use & scarcity of resources)
• How do we know what we know about the past? (Theory of knowledge)

Key Job Competencies

• Developing Others: Ability to effectively support the growth and development of students/adults across all levels of the organization.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to articulate thoughts and express ideas effectively using oral, written, visual, and non-verbal communication skills, as well as deep listening skills to gain understanding.
• Cultural Competence: Possesses and applies the skills, values, and principles that acknowledge, respect, contribute, and work effectively across cultural differences. Recognizes the unique value, perspectives, strengths, and challenges of every person who comes to the Crystal community.
• Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrates high levels of self/social awareness, self-management, empathy, and curiosity.
• Personal Growth Demonstrates commitment and curiosity to ongoing learning and development.
• Relationship Management: Positively collaborates and builds/maintains authentic and trusting relationships. Demonstrates high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
• Collaboration: the interpersonal and intrapersonal qualities one will leverage to collectively solve a problem or make progress toward a common goal. The ability to work with others to complete a project or task or develop ideas or processes.
• Instructional Delivery: Effectively implements essential practices for effectively instructing students to maximize knowledge and skill acquisition.
• Classroom Management: Maximizes administration of rules and procedures, proactive management, effective and stimulating instruction, and reduction of disruptive and inappropriate student conduct to ensure high quality learning, and emotionally safe, equitable environments.

Essential Functions

• Help students develop historical thinking and writing skills as well as historical understanding of the individual and collective experiences of people around the world
• Design and implement creative pedagogy with instruction that values a hands-on, collaborative, project-based curriculum & methodology
• Cultivate an inclusive, challenging, and equitable learning environment that reflects Crystal’s core values and allows the diverse student body to grow and thrive
• Set and maintain acceptable standards of classroom behavior to establish a positive and appropriate learning environment
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative and meaningful curriculum with vertical alignment
• Integrate technology in effective ways that enhance students’ learning experiences and growth
• Participate in professional development opportunities that promote growth and leadership
• Record and report on students' progress. Assign and grade projects and examinations.
• Serve as an advisor who is committed to the social and emotional development of students
• Attend meetings as required
• Uphold Crystal’s core values
• Foster an inclusive school environment

Required Education, Certifications, and Work-Related Experience

• 3 years of teaching experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Knowledge of subjects assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction practice
• Ability to instruct students and apply effective classroom management
• Strong communications, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Preferences

• Classroom teaching experience: Grades 6 - 8
• Valid California teaching certificate
• Independent school experience

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Able to work in a dynamic environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Able to lift up to 20 pounds
• Able to climb stairs
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods

Travel Required

Light travel between the Middle School and Upper School campuses, as needed

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Crystal Springs Uplands School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Other Professional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties as assigned to the Essential Functions, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time, temporary leave replacement (40 hours/week), faculty position, and eligible for 10-month employee benefits after thirty days. The position startsin February 2025 and ends on June 6, 2025.This position is an exempt, monthly paid position. The annual salary is commensurate with experience within the range of $70,000 - $150,000.

The first recruitment consideration period will be from November 22, 2024 through December 6, 2024. The second recruitment period is expected to end on December 20, 2024 and may close at any time a sufficient pool of highly qualified candidates has been established. The ideal start date for this position is February 3, 2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $70,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $150,000