Position Summary:

We are seeking a talented and inspiring Upper School English Teacher to join our exceptional faculty and contribute to our vibrant learning community. The Upper School English Teacher will be responsible for teaching a range of literature-driven English courses at the Regular,
Honors, and Honors Seminar levels, and will have the opportunity to develop and lead specialized electives that align with students' interests. Additionally, there are ongoing opportunities to partner with the Department Chair to revise and enhance our robust curriculum.

This teacher will inspire a deep appreciation for literature, help students become confident writers, and guide students through the research process by promoting critical thinking and utilizing engaging, student-centered teaching practices. The ideal candidate will model a love of
reading and writing and will be committed to fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment, providing individualized support, and engaging students in both traditional (essays, papers, quizzes) and non-traditional (Socratic seminars or Harkness discussions, multimedia projects) forms of authentic assessment.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and implement innovative lesson plans aligned with Oxbridge Academy's English curriculum, tailored to meet diverse student needs and foster a love of learning.
Teach five sections of Upper School English courses across grade and academic levels.
Assess and document student progress, providing timely, constructive feedback to students and parents.
Cultivate an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative classroom culture that encourages students to take intellectual risks and develop a growth mindset.
Actively support Oxbridge's mission by building meaningful relationships with students, mentoring them in both academics and character development.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school-wide events, contributing to a cohesive, mission-driven academic environment.
Engage with parents, guardians, and support staff to communicate student progress and address individual learning needs.

Oxbridge Academy in West Palm Beach, FL, has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for an Upper School English Teacher beginning in the Fall of 2025. Interested candidates should review the opportunity statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Ashlyn Chillemi, Recruiter at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at ashlyn@dovetailedsourcing.com.                

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Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in English literature or a closely related field required; Master's degree preferred.
A minimum of 3 years of experience teaching English at the Upper School level.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to fostering positive, supportive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
Proficiency in utilizing instructional technology to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences.
A commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment that reflects Oxbridge Academy's values of Purpose, Agility, Confidence, and Kindness. 

Preferred Attributes:

Prior experience teaching in an independent or private school, ideally within a mission-driven educational community.
Interest in contributing to the school community beyond the classroom with a demonstrated ability to coach or mentor students in co-curricular or extracurricular activities.
Enthusiasm for ongoing professional development and innovative
teaching practices. 

About Oxbridge Academy

Oxbridge Academy is a private, independent school serving grades 6-12. Regardless of their economic background, our students have access to the best teachers and technology to learn the skills they need to be tomorrow’s leaders and innovators. Teachers at Oxbridge Academy foster a lifelong love of learning, spark curiosity, encourage students to make good choices, and serve as role models. They deliver their content expertise to their assigned classes so that all students have rigorous and inclusive access to the curriculum and instruction every day to meet their learning goals. In Curriculum Coordination Teams, teachers work collaboratively on such areas as creating and revising curriculum, reviewing student work, selecting and developing instructional resources, planning and coordinating portfolio and exhibition activities, meeting with specialists, and preparing common assessments.

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