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Description:

Fay School seeks a dynamic, flexible, and creative English Teacher who understands how to engage and inspire elementary and middle school students. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a subject-area degree and previous English teaching experience. Outside the classroom, the English teacher is an advisor to a small group of students, coach or assist in afternoon programs, and may participate in the residential life program. This is a full-time position and is eligible for benefits. Campus housing may be available.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in English, English teaching, education, or a related field is required. A master’s degree is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons to students in grades 5-7
• Effectively using technology to enhance instruction and learning
• Assessing student performance and providing feedback that supports growth and development
• Conducting parent conferences and communicating effectively with parents and families
• Collaborate with colleagues in grade-level team meetings and department meetings
• As an advisor, serve as a primary point of contact for parents and families
• Engage in two trimesters of afternoon duties as assigned

Fay School values teachers who believe in differentiated and developmentally-aligned approaches to teaching and learning, integrate instructional technology, understand the importance of cultural competence, and are attuned to the social and emotional growth of young students. Fay seeks candidates who will reflect and enhance the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of our school community. Interested candidates should upload and submit a cover letter, resume, and references to our secure faculty applicant portal linked HERE.

Fay School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetic background, age, disability, military service, or any other category protected under applicable law, in its hiring, employment or other programs and activities.

About Fay School

Founded in 1866 and located in Southborough, Massachusetts, Fay School is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school serving 495 students in Kindergarten through grade nine. The boarding program, for grades seven through nine, is an integral part of school life, uniting students from 17 countries in a lively, diverse, and truly multicultural community. The mission of Fay School is to nurture each child's potential through a broad, balanced, and challenging program that establishes the foundation for a meaningful life.

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