Scattergood Friends School and Farm seeks an engaging Humanities and Social Studies teacher interested in progressive education at its unique 126 acre campus, including organic farm and restored prairie. The position starts in August 2020 through June of 2021 with an opportunity to extend to continued employment.

As a full time teacher the successful applicant will teach Elective Humanities, Government and Upper Level Social Studies classes. They will also work as a dorm sponsor 1-2 nights per week, and every third weekend.  All full time teachers also assume additional duties to contribute to the community including leading a student work crew, general supervision, and/or coaching or teaching additional courses in areas of interest.  As a teacher the candidate will be responsible for planning, delivering, adjusting instruction, and measuring, communicating, and reporting progress to facilitate the learning and development of students. As a role model the candidate needs to inspire critical thinking, inquiry and holistic understanding in their students.

Located in West Branch, Iowa and founded in 1890, Scattergood is a unique college-preparatory school for boarding and day students with a progressive educational program and an extensive organic farm. Please visit www.scattergood.org to learn more about the school’s mission, program, and history.

To Apply
Email your cover letter, resume, and three references (with contact info) to mainoffice@scattergood.org. Include Social Studies in the subject line of your email.

Scattergood Friends School is committed to supporting a diverse community of adults and youths. Scattergood Friends School does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic or national origin, religion, age, economics, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical ability and veteran status in administration of its educational policies, enrollment, or hiring policies, and other school-administered programs. We welcome both experienced and new teachers to apply.