Details
Posted: 25-Mar-22
Location: Thompson, Connecticut
Type: Full Time
Preferred Education: 4 Year Degree
Salary: Based on Experience
Categories:
English/Language Arts
The mission of Marianapolis Preparatory School is to educate students in the Catholic tradition of academic excellence with a commitment to an active faith in God and a dedication to building character with content, compassion, and integrity.
English Faculty Position:
Marianapolis Preparatory School seeks a qualified teacher, preferably with three to five years of experience in an independent secondary school setting, to teach English at both the advanced and entry levels, with the collaboration and supervision of the English Department Chair. This is a full-time position. The ideal candidate will have:
- experience teaching high school level English with an ability to teach a range of levels and topics including, but not limited to, American and British literature, creative writing, and non-fiction
- a focus on cultivating dynamic writers and thinkers
- knowledge and experience in using educational technology in the teaching of English literature and writing
- demonstrable skills in oral and written communication
- skill at managing multi-faceted work in an active and supportive learning community
- a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the classroom
In addition, the full-time position includes: advising, participation as an athletic coach or activities leader for two seasons each year, and involvement in residential life —understanding that the typical commitment involves both after school activities and weeknight-weekend supervision.
Candidates are encouraged to visit our website for more information on our school and this position: www.marianapolis.org.
All teacher candidates are expected to have either experience or interest in learning the Understanding by Design curriculum development framework. Preferred candidates must enjoy working with adolescents, have an ability to work well in a student-centered curriculum, and understand student learning styles and differentiated instruction. An undergraduate degree in English or a related field is necessary. In addition, the school seeks a candidate who has knowledge and experience in using educational technology in the classroom. ClearTouch Technology is utilized to facilitate multimodal instruction.
Interested candidates should send the following to teachingpositions@marianapolis.org:
- A cover letter summarizing your reasons for wanting to teach at Marianapolis
- A current résumé
- Contact information for three professional references (email preferred)
At Marianapolis Preparatory School, we celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard for race, color, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under law except in cases of a bona fide occupational qualification in accordance with applicable law.