General Summary

Under the general supervision of the Middle School Head, the History Teacher is responsible for the instructional program, general operations, and management of assigned classes or programs. This position will begin in the next academic year and will focus primarily on Grades 5–8, while maintaining flexibility to teach at both the Middle School and Upper School levels as needed.

The History Teacher builds on the academic foundations established at earlier grade levels and develops engaging lesson plans, independent learning exercises, materials, curricula, and instructional methods that address both individual student needs and whole-group dynamics. The incumbent should demonstrate comfort teaching both American and World History within a developmentally appropriate framework.

Essential Duties

• Teach classes as assigned, with primary responsibility for Grades 5–8, providing effective and professional classroom instruction, assessment, and management;

• Design and implement curriculum and instruction consistent with the mission, values, and standards established by the School;

• Ensure classroom instruction, lessons, and materials foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging;

• Assess students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and areas for growth;

• Grade assignments and examinations in ways that build students’ confidence, independence, and accountability;

• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and on enhancing instructional practices and strategies;

• Establish effective communication and relationships with students and parents;

• Exhibit a growth mindset about teaching practices and work toward professional goals and development;

• Help maintain School policies, protocols, and expectations;

• Develop and maintain professional, collaborative, and collegial relationships with faculty, staff, and community partners to benefit students and programs;

• Support the work of the Head of School and senior leadership;

• Participate in required non-classroom activities including parent/student conferences, retreats, faculty meetings, field trips, and special activities and performance events;

• Provide effective supervision of students to promote a safe and healthy School experience, including supervision outside of the classroom (e.g., lunch or study hall);

• Complete required reports and tasks in a timely and professional manner;

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Special Requirements

Must be able to complete a background check.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability and willingness to participate fully in a dynamic day school located in New York City;

• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing;

• Ability to remain responsible at all times for the supervision of students during classes and generally at all times when on campus or off campus;

• Must possess an enthusiastic commitment to building and sustaining a diverse, just, inclusive, and equitable academic environment;

• Ability to learn new technology and systems commensurate with program-level requirements;

• Ability to demonstrate creativity and flexibility in pedagogy;

• Demonstrated ability to act as a role model of professionalism;

• Ability to model honesty, accountability, understanding, tolerance, respect, care, and kindness for students;

• Ability to multitask, remain calm under pressure, and treat all members of the community with respect;

• Curiosity, flexibility, a positive attitude, and a good sense of humor;

• Ability to follow all School policies and procedures as written in the employee and parent handbooks.

About Collegiate School

Collegiate is a K-12 independent boys’ school, led by Head of School Bodie Brizendine, located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. We are a small school of 666 students housed in one building, giving us a unique sense of community and camaraderie. Students travel through 3 divisions, Lower (K-4), Middle (5-8) and Upper (9-12). Our student/teacher ratio is 6:1, with over 76% of our faculty having advanced degrees, allowing for close relationships and excellent, engaging teaching. The total number of school employees includes 160 full time plus 50+ part-time coaches, after school instructors. Our school was founded in 1628. Over the years it has moved around the city, with our last location of over 125 years being at 77th Street and Broadway. We moved into our new facility at 301 Freedom Place South and 61st Street in 2018. Our building, designed and built exclusively for our use, provides students with state-of-the-art classrooms, a 40,000-book library, two gymnasiums, a full theater and a blackbox, along with two outdoor spaces. All our work is driven by our statement of beliefs and our values. We believe that we are at our best when all members of the school community conduct the...mselves with respect, kindness, and integrity. We believe that the traditions and values of this old but not old-fashioned school can inspire boys to develop their individual capacities for personal and academic excellence. We believe that boys learn best when they are members of a diverse and just community that fosters purposeful and spirited engagement, inquiry, and collaboration in academics, athletics, and the arts. We believe that a liberal arts education committed to diligent and discerning scholarship prepares students to be citizens who act with conscience, courage, and compassion. The school’s financial profile includes an annual operating budget (2023) $45M, an endowment of $75M and $5.6M in financial aid being awarded in 2023.

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