https://careers.nais.org Latest NAIS Career Center Jobs Mon, 11 May 2026 05:31:46 Z https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22259429/full-time-english-teacher https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22259429/full-time-english-teacher Hartford, Connecticut, Watkinson School, offering inventive teaching to Hartford and surrounding communities since 1881, seeks a full-time English teacher. Successful applicants will demonstrate creative approaches to instruction and a commitment to reaching all students. Applicants must possess enthusiasm for working in a dynamic environment, teaching heterogeneously grouped classes, and developing and sustaining positive relationships with parents, faculty, school leadership, and staff. The candidate must be an accomplished teacher who is active and current within the field and who is willing and able to help all students learn, grow, and progress.  Responsibilities include teaching upper school and middle school courses; these could include required year-long courses, as well as semester-long electives.  Other duties include supervising clubs, being an academic advisor, and taking on other aspects of school life.  Applicants should be prepared to share previous coursework and curricular design should they be contacted for an interview. A degree in a related field is necessary.  The ideal candidate is a passionate and skillful educator and collaborator who is eager to work closely with their peers to build thoughtful and responsive curricula that work toward the mission and operation of the school.  Watkinson is an equal opportunity employer and an open and affirming community that seeks candidates of diverse backgrounds. This 10-month position will begin in August 2026. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and three references.  Thu, 07 May 2026 11:53:54 -0400 https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22259568/us-english-teacher https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22259568/us-english-teacher Stamford, Connecticut, King School is a PreK-12 independent, college preparatory day school located in Stamford that serves the diverse families of Fairfield and Westchester counties. King School seeks more than achievement for our students. We open minds and spark courageous thinking. Our students discover and forge their unique paths to excellence. Diversity is foundational to academic and professional excellence, and therefore is a core value at King. We think, learn, and work more deeply due to the many facets of diversity in our community, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, ability, and learning style. We leverage cultural differences and intellectual diversity to create an inclusive and vibrant learning community, endeavoring for each person to feel seen, heard, valued, and respected. Job Title: Upper School English Teacher - 2026-2027 Academic Year Division: Upper School Reports to: The Head of Upper School and English Department Chair Summary: King seeks an experienced, full-time, Upper School English Teacher who will report to the English Department Chair and the Head of Upper School. This teacher will assume duties and responsibilities, consistent with expectations for all Upper School teachers, which complement the primary teaching load of four sections and one activity. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Teach 4 sections of English; prep for two different courses. Focus on developing students’ reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Focus on developing the students’ sense of discovery, perspective, and empathy through collaboration, conversation, and inquiry. Teacher Collaboration Collaborate with other grade-level teachers in the English Department to develop and/or revise a clear scope and sequence for each course. Collaborate with the Director of Teaching and Learning when appropriate to ensure students are being fully supported and challenged. Collaborate with the Department Chair and DEI Coordinator to develop and implement teaching goals. Participate in all required department, divisional, or all-school meetings. Communicate with parents/guardians about student progress as necessary. Classifications: Full-time, exempt. Please apply with a resume and cover letter . King goes beyond just stating that we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to intentionally hire a diverse pool of world-class staff and faculty to enrich the educational experience of students. King seeks candidates committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment where varied identities are valued and respected. Skills and Requirements: Advanced degree in English preferred. Proven ability to teach across grade levels, 9 - 12. Proven ability to teach reading and writing skills to a range of learners. Proven ability to facilitate differentiated, student-centered best practices. Proven ability to integrate technology into the curriculum. Proven ability to nurture student discovery, foster skill development, and encourage autonomy of thought. Possesses a sound understanding of the intellectual and social-emotional developmental stages of adolescents (or specific age group). Demonstrated cross-cultural competence--ability to effectively teach, learn, and engage in a multicultural environment with a diverse student body--in pedagogical practice and multicultural curriculum content. Demonstrated capacity in culturally responsive professional practices, excellent communication skills, and ability to constructively collaborate with colleagues. Ability to be organized and able to manage a series of student information platforms and systems, including: Google Classroom, Gmail. Demonstrated capacity to thrive in our diverse community, including but not limited to diversity in race, ethnicity, gender identity, socio-economic status, ability/disability, belief, sexual orientation, and national origin according to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles. Must have a demonstrated alignment with King’s Mission and Virtues .     Thu, 07 May 2026 15:08:43 -0400 https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22256771/lower-school-teacher-grade-5 https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22256771/lower-school-teacher-grade-5 Hamden, Connecticut, Hamden Hall Country Day School (Hamden, CT), a PS - Grade 12 private school serving 700 students, is seeking a full-time 5th Grade teacher. This teacher will be responsible for planning, teaching, and monitoring the success of all learners in their classroom, with a focus on Math and Language Arts instruction.    Responsibilities Provide a nurturing, student-centered, and inclusive environment for students Build a strong classroom community Work collaboratively with a co-teacher to support and extend the objectives of the curriculum Able to differentiate instruction in Math and Language Arts for a wide range of student's abilities and interests Communicate regularly with parents via phone call, Zoom, and/or e-mail Create written narrative reports twice during the school year Create written conference reports twice during the school year Embrace technology and new ways of extending students' learning and creative capacities Knowledge of and experience with the cognitive, social, and emotional issues of elementary grade students Willingness to learn and grow professionally   Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education or a related field. Advanced degree preferred 2 years classroom experience Additional Skills/Qualifications: Strong Classroom Management, Verbal Communication, Conflict Resolution, Self-Motivation, Motivating Others, Listening, High Energy Level, Confidentiality, Emotional Control, Handles Pressure, Responsive Classroom, Being a Writer & Envision 2024 experience is a plus.    Wed, 06 May 2026 16:10:31 -0400 https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22175025/english-teacher https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/22175025/english-teacher Connecticut, Summary Canterbury School seeks an English teacher for employment for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must enjoy working with adolescents and must possess an exceptional work ethic and a sense of humor. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a subject-area degree and previous English teaching experience. Candidates must be able to teach most levels of high school English, including AP English Language and/or other Advanced Placement English courses. The position includes extra-curricular activities, and possibly dormitory duty and/or coaching. How to Apply Résumé and letter of interest should be forwarded to Dean of Faculty Wright Danenbarger, 101 Aspetuck Avenue New Milford, CT 06776 or emailed to wdanenbarger@cbury.org . Canterbury School, in the treatment of employees and applicants for employment, is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. To learn more about Canterbury’s efforts to maintain a diverse and inclusive community, please visit our website . Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:45:09 -0400 https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/21871415/middle-school-humanities-teacher https://careers.nais.org/jobs/rss/21871415/middle-school-humanities-teacher New Preston , Connecticut, Washington Montessori School seeks a Middle School Humanities Head Teacher. The most competitive applicants will be experienced and ethical educators, preferably with Montessori training, who can guide 6th-8th grade students through an integrated curriculum of History, Literature, and English language skills. The Head Teacher is responsible for developing curriculum, maintaining an attractive, prepared, and materials-rich classroom, designing intellectually engaging, student centered lessons, and ensuring all students make effective academic progress through differentiated instruction. Crucially, this educator should be invested in cultivating a peaceful and just classroom community and must be willing to engage fully in the middle school program which includes advising students and participating regularly in off campus trips and field experience.  This individual will:   Teach two sections of 7/8th Grade Humanities, an Immersion course, and 2 sections of Language Skills. Possess the desire and capacity to learn about Montessori education and to work collaboratively with students, parents, and colleagues in line with our mission. Serve as an advisor to a group of Middle School students. Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and grade levels. Demonstrate a genuine passion for and command of the subject matter and enthusiasm for teaching middle school students. Scaffold and differentiate instruction for a range of learners. Lead students by example and with empathy, building a healthy and positive culture that can weather and grow through conflict.  Build resilient relationships, uphold rules and standards, and resolve conflicts among students through student centered and restorative approaches.  Possess a commitment to implementing best practices for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and willingness to learn about and enact the Montessori values of peace and justice.  Cultivate and maintain supportive relationships with students, colleagues, and families; follow up regularly with parents on students’ academic progress, social growth, and learning needs at designated times of the year and through additional meetings as necessary. Demonstrate competence with current educational technology; possesses facility with electronic communication and learning management systems. Participate actively in the Middle School community, including division and all school meetings, assigned non-instructional duties, overnight field trips, day trips, and our advisory program. A bachelor’s degree in history/English or a related field. Based on experience Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:42:10 -0500