What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Social Studies Teacher position at Hammond School?
Hammond Middle School seeks a dynamic and innovative individual committed to teaching the whole child. Ideally, this teacher will demonstrate intellectual curiosity and be committed to a student-centered classroom. This full-time exempt position requires teaching history through instilling in students an understanding of the past to fully grasp the present and create a better future. Candidates of interest must be supportive, organized, and able to communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents, and administrators. The ideal candidate will possess classroom experience at the middle or upper elementary school level (5-8); candidates with strong credentials, related experience, and outstanding references may be considered.
We seek teachers who believe in differentiated and developmentally aligned models of teaching and learning to push students to their personal highest level of achievement. We understand the importance of instructional design, and we are attuned to the social and emotional growth of young adolescent students. All candidates must demonstrate the ability to incorporate a variety of instructional methods and strategies to address a variety of learning styles and possess a record of excelling in a collegial environment.
Required: Bachelor's degree or higher with a major in History, Education, or related field. Graduate work preferred.
Reporting: The Middle School Social Studies Teacher reports to the Head of Middle School.
A completed application will include the following components:
* Cover letter expressing interest, related experiences, and thoughts on best practices for teaching and learning.
* Resume or curriculum vitae.
* Names of three references and contact information.
The completed application and other required documents should be submitted via the website and will be directed to Laura Riley, Head of Middle School.
Hammond School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Hammond 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, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
