What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - AP US History/US History position at THE JOHN COOPER SCHOOL?
The John Cooper School is currently seeking an Upper School AP United States History/US History Teacher
The John Cooper School, located in The Woodlands, TX, on a beautiful 40-acre campus with a total enrollment of 1,300 students, is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school serving students in Prekindergarten through Grade 12. The Upper School (Grades 9-12) is a dynamic, caring, and collegial environment that fosters curiosity and joy in our learners.
Our Mission:
The John Cooper School’s mission is to provide a challenging education in a caring environment to a diverse group of select students, enabling them to become critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, responsible citizens and leaders, and lifelong learners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach AP US History, US History, and/or other related History and Social Science Courses. Cooper offers a variety of courses in the History/Social Sciences Department including multiple electives and AP courses. Specific courses assigned will be a function of departmental need and candidate’s expertise.
- Advisor to a small group of Upper School students.
Requirements and Necessary Skills:
- Strong commitment to students’ progress, success, and social-emotional well-being
- Commitment to student-centered pedagogies and authentic assessments
- Knowledge of current best practices in Upper School education
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and desire to approach planning and innovation in a team environment
- Model lifelong learning for students with an openness to and enthusiasm for learning and professional growth
- Combine intellectual curiosity with experiential, hands-on learning practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
- Strong organizational skills
- A bachelor’s degree in history, social science, education or related field; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of three (3) years applicable classroom teaching experience; independent school experience preferred
Application Materials Requested:
Resume
Cover Letter
Philosophy of Education
List of three References – two professional and one personal (we will not contact references without candidate permission)
