English Department Chair

The English Department at Nightingale seeks an enthusiastic dynamic and collegial K12 Department Head and Teacher for our English Department for theschool year. Candidates will possess and communicate high standards for their subject matter and their students and show a commitment to the best practices of teaching. NightingaleBamfords English teachers collaborate to create curriculum and assessments so candidates should be prepared to work as active members. They should be skilled in conducting writing workshops as well as leading literature discussions. All Nightingale faculty members are expected to value diversity as a source of strength to commit to equity and inclusion and to contribute to the school community outside of the classroom.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):

CURRICULUM LEADERSHIP

• Lead the department in the design implementation and refinement of a cohesive and vertically aligned K12 English curriculum that meets the developmental needs of students.
• Ensure the curriculum fosters critical literacy analytical writing and effective communication integrating both classical and contemporary texts that is diverse and culturally responsive.
• Promote culturally responsive and inclusive pedagogy that reflects diverse voices and experiences.
• Lead efforts to integrate interdisciplinary connections and innovative methodologies including projectbased and inquirydriven learning.
• Ensure a scope and sequence of departmental curricula
• Manage the daily operation and supervision of the department which includes creating and maintaining superior standards in teaching among teachers and learning among students bringing about needed changes within their department and maintaining constructive working relations with other administrators

FACULTY SUPPORT & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Supervise mentor and evaluate English faculty to ensure highquality instruction and professional growth.
• Provide ongoing coaching feedback and support to teachers in curriculum design pedagogy and assessment.
• Organize department meetings workshops and professional development opportunities that align with best practices in English education.
• Foster a culture of collaboration reflection and continuous learning among faculty.

STUDENT LEARNING & ASSESSMENT

• Ensure consistent and meaningful assessment practices that measure student growth in reading writing and critical thinking.
• Analyze student performance data to inform instructional practices and curricular adjustments.
• Support teachers in developing authentic and differentiated assessments to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Promote a love of literature and writing through studentcentered initiatives such as literary publications book clubs and writing contests.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in English or a related field; Masters or PhD preferred
• At least five to ten years of teaching English at the middle and/or upper school level
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Willingness to teach three English classes

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• A shared understanding of the mission of the School and a demonstrated commitment to the core principles of diversity equity and inclusion
• Demonstrated cultural competence and an ability to understand appreciate and work with constituents across varied backgrounds and cultures
• Excellent attention to detail professional attitude good judgment a high level of integrity and a strong work ethic
• A supportive and compassionate approach to teaching
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively
• Superb oral and written communication skills
• High level of initiative and a proven ability to work collaboratively
• A sense of humor and an appreciation of this trait in others.

SALARY RANGE:

In compliance with NYCs Pay Transparency Act this positions annual salary range is $85000 $120000. When extending an offer Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates work experience education/training key skills internal peer equity and market and organizational considerations.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at THE NIGHTINGALEBAMFORD SCHOOL

Founded by two bold visionary educators in 1920 The NightingaleBamford Schools mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers compassionate citizens and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls minds and hearts and in so doing infuses

their lives with meaningful relationships teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence empathy resilience and reason. Nightingales commitment to social justice and antiracism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color creed religion national origin citizenship age sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions military status marital status familial status caregiver status predisposing genetic characteristics actual or perceived domestic violence victim status disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Schools employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity.

This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities including but not limited to recruiting interviewing hiring staffing training promotions compensation practices employee benefits social programs discipline and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation. The School prohibits retaliation against any employee who in good faith makes a report under this policy.