Reports to: Head of the Global History and Social Sciences Department and the Director of the Upper School 

Classification: Exempt, full-time

Beaver Country Day School is an independent day school serving 460 students in grades 6-12, and located in Chestnut Hill, just outside of Boston. Founded in 1920 and propelled by our progressive roots, our goal is to expand the nature of school. With over 40 local and national partnerships, almost daily field trips, a thriving performing and visual arts program, and a best-in-class research and design center, we are able to combine rigorous academics with real-world application, focusing on teaching content combined with experience applying it to current issues. Our athletic program offers first-rate athletic and fitness opportunities that prioritize the whole athlete. The school fosters a joyful environment where students feel confident taking risks and being their authentic selves, where everyone—students and adults alike—feels a sense of belonging, and where teachers have the freedom to innovate and grow alongside their students. 

Full-time faculty in the Upper School teach 3 courses per trimester/term, serve as academic advisors, and fulfill other duties as well. They engage in regular professional development, within the school and through outside organizations and conferences as well. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Teach nine US and World History courses (three courses per term), working collaboratively with colleagues within and across departments
• Actively participate in the work of the Global History and Social Sciences Department, including innovative and diverse student-centered practices
• Utilize technology to enhance instruction and student learning
• Post resources, feedback, and assignments to the LMS in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and parents/guardians
• Provide ongoing, timely, actionable, user-friendly feedback to students
• Participate in and contribute to the life of the school outside of the department 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the subject area; master’s degree preferred
• At least three years of teaching experience or relevant work preferred

Other Attributes:

Competitive candidates will demonstrate the following skills and mindsets:

• Experience and enthusiasm for innovative curriculum design and pedagogical practices that focus on student-first, hands-on, experiential learning
• An understanding of independent schools and enthusiasm for Beaver’s mission
• A commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement, including adapting classroom instruction and curricula based on current data/trends and student and collegial feedback
• Knowledge of historical and social sciences content, with a passion for designing and redesigning curriculum to meet student and community needs
• Experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging practices and commitment to ongoing growth in this area
• A sense of humor

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $140,000. Please visit our Working at Beaver webpage for information about benefits and more.

Beaver Country Day School is an equal-opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, handicap status, national origin, ethnicity, military veteran status, or other legally protected status in hiring or other employment practices.

About Beaver Country Day School

Beaver Country Day School is an independent day school serving 460 students in grades 6-12, and located in Chestnut Hill, just outside of Boston. Founded in 1920, we strive to expand the nature of school, propelled by our progressive roots, innovative educational philosophy, and student-centered approach. Our location and philosophy allow us extraordinary opportunities to broaden the students’ learning through experiences all over the greater Boston area. We combine rigorous academics with real-world application, focusing on teaching not just content, but also on how to put it to use effectively. The school fosters a joyful environment where risk-taking and authenticity are encouraged, where everyone—students and adults alike—feels a sense of belonging, and where teachers have the freedom to innovate and grow alongside their students.

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