ABOUT SEWICKLEY ACADEMY
Distinguished by its rigorous academics, outstanding faculty, and highly motivated student body, Sewickley Academy is Pittsburgh's longest-standing coeducational independent PreK-12 day school. Our mission is to inspire and educate students to engage their hearts, minds, and hands to cultivate their full individual and collective potential in the service of a greater good. At the Academy, every student is encouraged to explore their passions and excel while embracing their authentic selves.
With the recent completion of state-of-the-art computer science and robotics classrooms and new athletic facilities, the Academy is poised for the continued expansion of our STEM and athletic programs. We believe strongly in the importance and value of a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, athletics, and community service. Our faculty and staff from all departments and divisions work together to create an environment of encouragement and support by inspiring students to reach their goals and develop a love of learning.
This position offers a competitive salary. Are you searching for a workplace where a diverse mix of talented people come together to serve our students? If so, apply today.
Job Description
We are seeking a Part-Time Senior School English Teacher for the 2024-25 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in critical reading, writing, and effective teaching methods. Key to this role is the ability to collaborate well with colleagues and build positive student relationships.
The new faculty member will dedicate themselves to advancing our English Department's goals: promoting critical thinking through literature, enhancing communication skills across various mediums, and encouraging meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives to foster personal and academic growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serve as a member of the Senior School faculty, teaching two sections of English 10, each meeting 5 out of every 8 school days.
- Must be available between 8:00 AM and 3:15 PM; specific class times will rotate day-to-day.
- Maintain office hours either before or after each teaching period.
- Co-plan and collaborate with the English 10 teaching team, ensuring cohesive and comprehensive curriculum delivery.
- Mentor and support students as they strive to become stronger writers and critical thinkers who are well-prepared to take on the challenges of college-level courses
- Create a positive, stimulating learning environment.
- Regularly communicate with students, parents, and colleagues to promote student success.
- Perform other job duties assigned to you in your role.
- Attend all meetings and events required by faculty members.
- Embrace the school's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and continually evaluate curriculum and pedagogy to reflect this commitment.
- Demonstrate a desire for constant professional and personal growth by regularly participating in and seeking out professional learning opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in English, Rhetoric & Composition, Comparative Literature, or a related field is required; Master's degree preferred
- A minimum of three years of secondary school English teaching experience
- Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills
- Proven success working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, parents, and school leaders
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
All interested applicants applying for this position should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.
Sewickley Academy is committed to having an inclusive community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Academy does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.
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