Gifft Hill School in beautiful St. John, USVI is looking for an outstanding upper school humanities teacher who can live our mission and vision by providing a dynamic, rigorous academic program that supports students with a range of learning styles and readiness levels; within a climate that fosters a love of learning, mutual respect, and the importance of personal responsibility. Successful candidates will have experience teaching English and/or humanities classes at the secondary level and be comfortable teaching students in grades 6-12. He/she will demonstrate experience and expertise in using differentiated instructional practices and positive, proactive classroom management strategies. He/she will demonstrate the capacity to teach in an interdisciplinary manner, to collaborate effectively with specialists, and to maintain a high standard of record keeping and personalized communication with parents. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with AP English, AP Seminar, and/or who have previous experience with college and career counseling. With the island as our classroom, teachers who seek to build a school community rich in rigorous academics and daily experiences of discovery, and who can model adaptability and teamwork for their students will be a wonderful match to this position.

Must be a US citizen or have a valid work visa.

About Gifft Hill School

Founded in 1978, Gifft Hill School celebrates its 44th year in 2022. As a strong-standing member of National Association of Independent Schools, this non-profit independent school provides education to students in preschool through 12th grade on the island of St. John, US Virgin Islands. Our mission is to educate, challenge, support and empower students; igniting their passion for learning in preparation for college, careers, and their roles as stewards of our island and global community.

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