Us History Teacher

Upper SchoolHistoryTeacher
Full Time 10 Months

Start Date:August 2026

Maclay Schoolseeksan engaging student-centered educator to teach 9th candidate is both academically rigorous and deeply relational andsomeonewho believes students rise tohigh expectationswhen they feel supported known and inspired to stretch.

Who You Are:You are a teacher who believes students learn best in a classroom where they feel supported and challenged in equal measure. You design lessons that push students to think deeply ask questions and connect content to the wider world. You enjoy finding the right balance of guidance and independence: helping 9th graders develop the skills confidence and ownership they need to thrive in upper believe great teaching is both collaborative and iterative and youre energized by opportunities to learn reflect and grow with a all youfind deepfulfillmentinspiring curiosity global awareness and a genuine love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-timeinstructor for9thGradeGeography

• Design learning experiences that foster critical thinking inquiry and deep engagement with geographic concepts global patterns human-environment interactions and contemporary world issues.

• Create andmaintaina classroom community that iswarm encouraging and structured where students feel safe to take risks and are also pushed to grow academically.

• Differentiate instructionto meet diverse learning profiles and adapt course design as class needs change from year to year.

• Build systems that help students develop autonomy ownership and responsibility for their learning including opportunities for choice and self-direction.

• Integrate culturally responsive practices global perspectives and real-world case studies that deepen students understanding of human geography.

• Collaborate with colleagues within the department and across grade levels to ensure curricular alignment and mission-aligned instruction.

• Build positive relationships with families through cleartimelycommunication that supports student growth and strengthens the schoolhome partnership.

• Engage fully in the life of the school by advising students participating in campus activities and supporting Maclays commitment to whole-child education.

• Contribute to a vibrant school culture by attending select after-school events that support community connection and student relationships.

• Perform additional responsibilities that support the schools mission and daily functioning as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in History Geography Social Sciences Education or a related fieldrequired; masters degree preferred.

• Prior experience teaching high school history or human geography preferred; AP experience strongly valued.

• Demonstrated skill in fosteringstudent inquiry analysis and discourse.

• Commitment to ongoingprofessional learning reflection and continuous improvement.

• Ability to build positive relationships with students while holding them tohigh academic and personal standards.

• Cultural competency and a genuine interest in learning about the world and integrating diverse perspectives into classroom practice.

Physical Requirements and ADA Statement

This role requires regular movement between classrooms and buildings active engagement in classroom instruction and the ability to navigate indoor and outdoor school environments. The position also requires the ability to sit stand walk communicate clearlyoperatestandard classroom technology and occasionally lift materials up to 2030 pounds. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Maclay School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local employment laws. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age disability sex or actual or perceived gender identity consistent with the nondiscrimination standards outlined in our employee benefit and policy documents.