HS History and Literature Teacher

About Grace

Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent school located on two nearby campuses in downtown New York City.  An Episcopal school, welcoming children of all faiths and of none, Grace believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and seeks to provide an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity.

Grace is a school of big ideas, and our structured curriculum promotes academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy: an approach that reflects our belief that joy is the fuel of academic achievement, and that students learn best when motivated by delight, wonder, curiosity, and purpose. We work hard to nurture a culture of dignity and belonging, and we seek to foster in each student skills of intellectual excellence and habits of ethical virtue.  Grounded in tradition, the school remains ever open to innovation, looking to the best research on the science of learning and the craft of teaching to advance the timeless values and aspirations of our mission. In the high school division, students are challenged to reach their full potential, ask essential questions, and wrestle with complex ideas, working to solve real-world problems, and participate in the interconnected global community.

About the Position

• Full-time high school teaching position, starting August 2024
• Plan and deliver classes as well as assess and report on student progress for two sections of 9th grade or 10th grade Literature and two sections of 9th or 10th grade History in 2024–25
• The role may evolve in subsequent years to specialize in Literature or History based on the candidate’s interests and the needs of the school
• Collaborate and coordinate with subject team leaders, working with the High School Literature Department Chair and High School History Department Chair to ensure consistent delivery of Grace Church School’s high school Literature and History programs
• Perform other duties as assigned, for example one hour each week of supervising students in the library or hallways
• Attend literature and history department meetings and faculty meetings

Requirements

Faculty must be academically prepared and highly effective at teaching and designing curriculum for a rotating block course schedule of three 80-minute periods per 6-day cycle, along with a weekly 80-minute tutorial/studio period for additional individual or small group instruction. Faculty must be adept at using technology for teaching and learning

Faculty also serve as advisors in small advisory groups that meet daily.  Advisors are responsible for supporting, counseling, and mentoring students through their four years of high school, helping them to understand themselves as learners, to lead their parent-teacher conferences, to contribute to our Chapel and Community Meeting programs, and to develop their Lab Studies portfolios 

Working closely with the Grade Dean, School Counselor, college counselor, Learning Specialist, school chaplain, Dean of Faculty, department chairs, and High School Division Head, teachers are part of a collaborative, team-based structure with a high level of communication and collegiality.  Active participation in a faculty culture of continuous learning, professional development, and intellectual growth is expected

In addition to teaching core academic classes, all teachers participate in our Lab Studies program, focused on inquiry-driven, project-based, experiential learning.  

Opportunities are available to coach, direct and lead those aspects of our program which take place after the school day has ended, including athletics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree or beyond is preferred
• Prior teaching experience in both History and Literature preferred

Compensation

This is a full-time faculty position with an expected anticipated salary range: $68,000–155,040 commensurate with education and experience on the faculty salary scale.

Grace Church School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that equity and inclusion are not only hallmarks of a just society, but also virtues essential to sound learning. Our commitment to antiracism, equity, and belonging calls on all faculty members to promote a culture of dignity and belonging for everyone at Grace by recognizing and honoring the unique gifts of its students, families, faculty, and staff. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, identities, and beliefs.