Middle School English and Social Studies Teaching Position(s)
 

The Fenn School seeks candidates for full-time position(s) teaching Middle School English and/or Social Studies. We invite applications from candidates who could teach both subjects and from those who are interested in only teaching English or Social Studies. Candidates should share their preference in their letter of introduction.

Three or more years of teaching experience is preferred. Successful candidates will have an understanding of reading and writing practices in the classroom and of how boys learn, as well as an interest in collaborative work with other teachers. The position also requires coaching and advising responsibilities.

The Fenn School is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body. A successful candidate will, therefore, be a proactive and collaborative educator who is also committed to the manifestation of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in the Fenn community. The ideal candidate will be able to support Fenn’s mission in all work with students, parents, faculty, and staff. Fenn strongly encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.
 

Responsibilities:

• Planning and teaching English and/or Social Studies courses in grades six through eight
   
• Collaborating with colleagues in the English and Social Studies Departments
   
• As an advisor, supporting the social, emotional, and academic development of advisees in partnership with parents and Division Heads
   
• Athletic coaching in Fenn’s Middle School (grades six and seven) or Upper School (grades eight and nine)
   
• Completing regular formal reporting of student performance
   
• Keeping the Department Chair(s) and Division Heads informed about student progress

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience teaching students English and/or Social Studies in grades six through eight
   
• Bachelor's degree required; additional training or experience preferred
   
• A love for working with adolescent boys
   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
   
• Experience with and passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work in a school setting
   
• A track record of successful classroom management skills
   
• Proficiency with technology in support of learning

Fenn offers a highly competitive salary and a generous benefits package. Interested candidates are asked to submit a letter of interest, resume, statement of educational philosophy, and contact information for professional references via email attachment to Nat Carr, Assistant Headmaster for Faculty and Professional Development, at the following email address: ncarr@fenn.org. Receipt of materials will be acknowledged via email.

The Fenn School does not discriminate in hiring or terms or conditions of employment on the basis of sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, age, marital status, military or veteran status, application for military service, race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.