History Teacher-leave replacement

Who we are?

Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves a diverse community of about 1,700 students on two campuses - one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, and the other in Manhattan. The Fieldston Upper campus, located in Riverdale, is comprised of approximately 600 students in Grades 9-12th. 

What is essential about working at our school? 

The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of equity and inclusion deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace diversity of ancestry, family, identity, culture, and belief and seek a student body and faculty that reflect the pluralism and socio-economic diversity of metropolitan New York. We affirm our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives, and see the world beyond the self. 

We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue and professional development about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic and progressive school a reality.

Position Summary

We are looking for passionate high school educators to join our community who are committed to progressive education, who consider ethics to be at the core of their work with students and colleagues, and who will contribute to the academic success of all of our students. 

We are currently seeking a History Teacher leave replacement for our Upper Division. The position will begin on April 1, 2025-June 15, 2025. Please note these dates are subject to change.

The History Teacher will teach at least two sections of our 10th grade U.S. History/Ethnic Studies course and two electives, ideally non-Western. We are particularly interested in candidates who are both well-versed in anti-racist education and can develop and teach elective courses focusing on regions such as Africa, South Asia, the Middle East, and South America. For reference, some of our current electives include Modern Latin America, Asian American History, Contemporary Black Society, American Radicalism, Nazi Germany and the Holocaust, and Puerto Rican History, among many others.

The hiring range for this position is $16,445.45 - $39,500.27

Please note that this is an onsite role and is not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs. 

Responsibilities 
Specific responsibilities of the History Teacher will include:

• Having a collaborative approach with other colleagues, including sharing resources and communicating about curriculum and students;

• Preparing for and communicating details about student performance and growth with parents and/or guardians at scheduled conferences;

• Appropriately addressing student behavioral issues and other challenges that may arise in the classroom in order to maintain a safe environment and a sense of calm in such situations;

• Maintaining accurate student record keeping including, grades and attendance;

• Providing encouragement to students to help support their social and emotional growth; 

• Ensuring confidentiality of student information as necessary;

• Attending all departmental, divisional, and school-wide meetings;

• Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards; and

• Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned.

Requirements
The successful incumbent will possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree in history or a connected discipline such as social studies education, political science, Pan-African studies, international relations, women's studies, or ethnic studies;

• A Masters degree in either Social Studies education or a related field of history is a must;

• A minimum of 3 years of experience teaching in history or a connected discipline;

• Prior experience in working with students from grades 9 to 12 is preferred;

• A passion for teaching with a pleasant and positive demeanor toward all forms of teaching and learning;

• The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the overall community; 

• The ability to maintain accurate student record-keeping of grades and attendance;

• An understanding and commitment to cultural competency and how to support a diverse student population;

• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills;

• Proficiency in using technology, such as Google Suite;

• The ability to manage time effectively, prioritize various tasks, and stay organized; 

• A passion for progressive education;

• A deep respect and appreciation for diversity in all of its forms;

• Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance; and

• A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback.
  
  

To Apply

All candidates should visit our employment page at www.ecfs.org to apply. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and email and phone contact information of three professional references.

EEO

ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. ECFS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.

Salary : $16,445 - $39,500