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Ravenscroft School is an all gender independent day school in Raleigh, NC, with approximately 1,205 students enrolled in grades preschool through 12th grade. 

We are looking to welcome an AP Psychology and Social Studies Teacher into our community of educators that actively strive to be diverse, equitable and inclusive.  Our candidates should demonstrate empathy, knowledge and an understanding for the diverse backgrounds in our community; place an importance on genuine and authentic connections with students, faculty, staff and parents; be able to work collaboratively with team members of diverse backgrounds; and have the capacity to model an attitude of unyielding curiosity and a growth mindset. 

Reports to: Head of Upper School

As an AP Psychology and Social Studies Teacher at Ravenscroft, here is what you get to do:

The experienced educator should bring a passion for social studies and a special interest and proficiency in aspects of AP Psychology.  The teacher’s lessons are student-centered and infused with both theory and practice, and they skillfully incorporate technology and creativity.  Other responsibilities and competencies include:

• Teaching five classes, including at least three sections of AP Psychology and other electives or core courses across the Upper School History and Social Studies curriculum
• Designing classes that support the Ravenscroft mission to “nurture individual potential and prepare students to thrive in a complex and interdependent world”
• Exhibiting superior teaching skills that demonstrate best practices, including inquiry-based learning, differentiated instruction, and facilitation
• Demonstrating cultural competence and the ability to connect with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and parents
  Advising approximately 12 students and facilitating the integration of Ravenscroft’s “Lead from Here” curriculum 
• Demonstrating effective technology skills, including the ability to use Ravenscroft’s learning management systems (Canvas and Veracross) 
• Having an interest in serving on committees, leading a student club; he ability and desire to coach a sport is highly desirable
• Having experience supporting social emotional learning inside and outside of the classroom; an eagerness and ability to support our Lead From Here curriculum
• Demonstrating a growth mindset and the ability to receive feedback, adapt to different learners’ needs, and become a valued colleague in a strong and cohesive department

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in History/Social Studies or History/Social Studies Education, MA in History/Social Studies or MEd/MAT in History/Social Studies highly desirable; experience teaching AP Psychology highly preferred.

About Ravenscroft School

Ravenscroft School is an all gender independent day school in Raleigh, NC, with approximately 1,205 students enrolled in grades preschool through 12th grade. Ravenscroft School Mission Statement: "The Ravenscroft community, guided by our legacy of excellence, nurtures individual potential and prepares students to thrive in a complex and interdependent world."

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