Shorecrest Upper School English faculty teach all levels of English in the Upper School (grades 9-12). The open position is primarily for College-Prep-level (Standard-level) 9th and 10th grade English.

Essential Functions

• Teaches five in-person sections as assigned by the Academic Dean and/or Department Chair
  • Prepares course materials such as syllabi, assignments, and assessments
  • Uses scheduled planning periods in order to advise and assist students, grade coursework, and/or prepare lessons
  • Maintains student attendance records, grades, and other required records
  • Plans, evaluates, and revises curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction
• Serves as an advisor to around 15 students, guiding students in academic, extracurricular, social, and personal development and acting as primary liaison to parents/guardians
  • Reviews and relays the appropriate advisory curriculum as distributed by the Grade Level Sponsor
• Serves as at least one of the following: a faculty mentor for the Upper School’s student-led newspaper, The Chronicle (preferred), a sponsor for a student club, an athletic coach, or a leader of some other ancillary activity approved by the Head of Upper School
• Chaperones a service learning opportunity for one week each spring semester
• Collaborates with other faculty and staff as part of a community that emphasizes mutual support and shared programmatic creation and implementation
• Effectively manages classroom
• Reviews and abides by the Shorecrest Employee Handbook and the Upper School Faculty Handbook
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of Upper School

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate each of the following:
  • A minimum of three years’ teaching experience or demonstrated expertise in their assigned subject area
  • Bachelor’s degree in English or English Education; a master’s degree or PhD is preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong background in the teaching of writing and literary analysis
  • A commitment to diverse and inclusive curriculum design, student growth, and teacher growth
  • Usage of authentic assessment, innovative pedagogies, discussion-based learning, and project-based learning
  • Focus on contributing to a collaborative, collegial, and compassionate educational community that stresses deliberation, discussion, and student, faculty, and staff relationships outside of the classroom
  • Enthusiasm for embracing the independent school model of mentoring, advising, and supporting students outside the classroom
  • Supports Shorecrest’s Mission and Core Values
  • Proficiency with technology, including iPad, learning management systems, and basic G Suite for Education (Google) tools
  • Ability to use basic office equipment

About Shorecrest Preparatory School

Founded in 1923, Shorecrest is one of the oldest independent schools in Florida serving approximately 950 students from PK to Grade 12. Last year, more than 60% of its graduates matriculated to universities outside the state of Florida. Its curriculum is challenging and offers students multiple opportunities for advanced study through its extensive AP program, advanced elective offerings, and an Independent Study option. St. Petersburg is a vibrant and growing city, named as one of the world’s most attractive small cities for art. It has a lively downtown, abuzz with outdoor concerts and markets, and it is within minutes of some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Shorecrest Preparatory School welcomes candidates for admission or employment, regardless of age, race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socio-economic status, national or ethnic origin, and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected by law in the administration of any of its programs.

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