Upper School English Teacher and English Department Chair (PK-12)
The Baldwin School
- Bryn Mawr, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collaborate with English Department team-teachers;
- Work with other grade-level teachers to build cross-curricular connections;
- Coordinate with the Writing Center to support students in their writing process;
- Collaborate with other grade-level teachers and the learning support team to scaffold and teach skills needed across all disciplines;
- Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and commitment to growth for yourself and your students;
- Actively pursue professional development in the teaching of literature and writing, teaching with technology and/or teaching in interdisciplinary project-based approaches;
- Develop appropriate curriculum and lessons to prepare students for the next level of classes; and
- Other duties as assigned by the Division Director or Head of School.
- Work with Division Directors and the Dean of Academic Affairs to develop and implement the PK-12 English curriculum;
- Perform regular review and revision of the English curriculum and ensure that it is designed to meet the developmental needs of students;
- Provide academic leadership by modeling standards of best instructional practice;
- Attend Academic Council meetings with other school leaders to review curriculum, school policies and practices, and assist with strategic planning;
- Observe classroom teaching, provide feedback, and conduct annual evaluations in collaboration with Division Directors;
- Plan and lead regular department meetings to review and discuss pedagogy and curriculum; and
- Manage the department budget.
- M.A in English and/or education;
- 7 years of teaching experience, or its equivalent, at the Upper School level;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Creative, energetic, and positive approach to teaching;
- Demonstrated commitment to professional collaboration and team-teaching.
- Expertise in differentiating instruction in reading and writing;
- Background in interdisciplinary and project-based learning;
- Commitment to the pursuit of professional development in the teaching of literature and writing; and
- Experience using academic technology software and classroom technology.