Cambridge, Massachusetts
Posted: 13-Mar-25
Location: Washington, D.C.
Type: Full Time
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Preferred Education:
Maret is looking for an inspiring and engaging English teacher who reflects the school's mission and core values. Candidates should be lifelong learners who have experience differentiating instructional strategies, strong communication skills, and a facility and nimbleness with technology.
Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to and passion for equity, inclusion, and belonging in all facets of their work. The position, supervised by the Chair of the Humanities Department, includes serving as an advisor and one or more community responsibilities.
The successful candidate will:
- Have demonstrated expertise in teaching English at the middle school level; experience teaching history a plus
- Display excellent classroom management skills and enthusiasm for working with middle school students
- Be committed to professional development and collaboration with colleagues across disciplines
- Place the individual learner at the center of the learning process, embrace different teaching and learning styles, and exhibit a deep passion for teaching and working with students of all ages and differing strengths
- Have a minimum of three years teaching experience
- Have a master’s degree (preferred)
Compensation will be between $70,000-$120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications."
Maret’s dynamic community and campus in the midst of Washington, DC, create a unique learning environment for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Expert teachers inspire students to think both creatively and analytically, seek out multiple perspectives, work hard, and make time for joy as they tackle our challenging curriculum and explore artistic and athletic pursuits. The school’s mission and core values guide all that we do and provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning, responsible citizenship, and achievement.
Our community strives for equity and inclusion in every aspect of school life. Maret School stands firmly behind the principle that the admission of students, the employment of faculty, the operation of programs, and the governance of the School be open to all who are qualified regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or creed. We believe that this principle is both firmly grounded in the spirit of American democracy and in keeping with the civil responsibilities of an independent school.
All adults on campus are role models for our students and are considered part of the faculty. Every Maret employee must abide by our code of conduct.
To apply, please send a cover letter and re?sume? BY EMAIL ONLY to Humanities Department Chair Nicholas Michalopoulos at nmichalopoulos@maret.org. Unfortunately, we will not be able to respond personally to every applicant. You will hear from us only if your experience matches our current needs.