Milton, Massachusetts
Posted: 03-Mar-26
Location: Beverly, Massachusetts
Type: Full Time
Salary: commensurate with experience
Categories:
Preferred Education:
Humanities Teacher, High School, Fall 2026
Mission: Waring School is a co-educational, college preparatory day school of 174 students, grades 6-12 in Beverly, MA. Waring’s mission is “To create and sustain a community of lifelong learners who are working together for the individual and common good.”
Summary: Waring School seeks an enthusiastic and collaborative Humanities teacher who is looking to thrive in a small learning community. The position includes teaching two sections of Humanities. At least one of these two classes, if not both, will be in our Middle School program. The position also includes teaching at least one section of High School Creative Writing, depending on interest and experience Candidates seeking full time employment could also mentor the 8th grade Writing program, teach an elective, and/or serve as an academic advisor.
Our ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and sharing a love of Humanities (history, literature, social studies) in our discussion-based high school classes, with the possibility of some middle school teaching. As Waring faculty, this teacher’s role may also involve other aspects of the student experience such as acting as an academic advisor (called a ‘Tutor’), Athletics, co-curricular activities, Experiential Learning (through our Endterm and Camping Trip programs), Debate, Theater, or other, depending on interest and abilities.
The successful candidate is a lifelong learner looking to thrive in a small learning community. Our classes are small and encourage collaboration and discussion.
Key Responsibilities include: Teaching Humanities; Teaching Writing; Advising students.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in English or Social Sciences (other relevant Science field considered), with Master’s degree and/or two years teaching experience preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate adolescent learners and to work well with colleagues;
- Familiarity with Google suite, including Google classroom, preferred;
- Familiarity with digital teaching and learning tools preferred;
- Participation in annual all-school events such as Program Night, Graduation, Convocation;
- Participation in Experiential Learning aspects of our program, including Camping Trip and Endterm, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage;
- Attendance at co-curricular aspects of our school program, e.g. All-School Meetings, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage;
- Participation in Faculty Meetings and Professional Days, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage;
Important Note: Please see our website for other job postings that may be of interest.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should email a résumé and letter of interest explaining their background to: positions@waringschool.org as soon as possible.
??About Waring School
Waring School is a co-educational, academic college preparatory school serving students in Grades 6-12 in Beverly, MA, on Boston's North Shore. Founded in 1972, Waring offers challenging academics, extensive studio and performing arts, championship athletics and robotics, and a rich curriculum of French immersion and cultural exchange programs. Student travel is part of the program at all levels, including two trips to Europe in Grades 9 and 11. Waring uses multi-age groupings and offers numerous opportunities for student leadership. Waring’s graduates attend excellent colleges and universities, in the U.S. and abroad. Located on a former farm of 32 acres in a beautiful backwoods area of Beverly, Waring is convenient to all coastal towns and 30 minutes by commuter rail to Boston.
Waring School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Waring, we are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community that affirms individual voices and promotes anti-racist education. Waring encourages candidates of color and of underrepresented groups to apply for our positions as well as teachers/staff from public schools. Waring School actively seeks to increase the diversity of its faculty and student body, and does not discriminate in employment practice with regards to gender, race, color, disability status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, or national and ethnic origin. Waring offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in English or Social Sciences (other relevant Science field considered), with Master’s degree and/or two years teaching experience preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate adolescent learners and to work well with colleagues;
- Familiarity with Google suite, including Google classroom, preferred;
- Familiarity with digital teaching and learning tools preferred;
- Participation in annual all-school events such as Program Night, Graduation, Convocation;
- Participation in Experiential Learning aspects of our program, including Camping Trip and Endterm, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage;
- Attendance at co-curricular aspects of our school program, e.g. All-School Meetings, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage;
- Participation in Faculty Meetings and Professional Days, as agreed upon based on FTE work percentage;