Polytechnic School is looking for an experienced and dynamic history teacher who, above all, loves working with Upper School students and values and affirms the unique contributions of each child in the school community. Our curriculum includes core classes in World Religions, World History, and American History supplemented by a variety of elective offerings. The successful candidate will report to the Director of the Upper School and join a history department that values collegiality, creativity, and flexibility.  We seek to provide each student with a solid grounding in history and the social sciences to help foster inclusivity within our community and prepare students to participate in a pluralistic democratic society as competent global citizens.

RESPONSIBILITIES

– Teach four courses per academic semester/year plus serving as an advisor;
– Preparation of course materials in collaboration with the history department, including syllabi, homework assignments, assessments, and supplementary materials;
– Administration and timely evaluation of classwork, assignments, and assessments;
– Preparation and maintenance of student attendance records, grades, comments, and other required records;
– Planning, evaluation, and revision of curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction;
– Providing assistance and advice to students during free periods and before and after school;
– Collaboration with members of the history department, the Upper School faculty, and the entire K-12 community;
– Regular participation in professional development opportunities to maintain and grow expertise concerning new trends and developments in history education and in the subject matter;
– Enthusiastic participation in the greater life of the school, particularly extracurricular activities as an advisor or spectator and chaperone;
– Interest in fostering diversity, inclusion, and social justice to promote a healthy learning environment;
– Be available to parents, students, administration, and colleagues outside the school day when needed;
– Willingness to take on other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

– BA/BS degree. Advanced degree(s) preferred;
– At least three years of teaching experience;
– Ability to teach different courses and levels of history and a willingness to shift courses from year to year depending on the needs of the department and the school;
– Ability to manage competing demands and adapt to frequent or unexpected changes;
– Ability to work collaboratively and deliberatively with students, parents, faculty, and staff on a regular basis;
– Ability to use effective class management techniques;
– Proficiency with current educational technology;
– Excellent communication and writing skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

– Works in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a diverse array of contacts;
– May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time;
– Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.;
– Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled classroom environment;
– Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

ABOUT POLY

Founded in 1907, Polytechnic School is the first nonprofit, coeducational, K-12, independent school in Southern California. The meaning of polytechnic as “many arts” is reflected in the school’s ambitious and student-centered educational program. Nationally recognized as a K-12 educational leader, Poly develops the unique intellect, talents, and character of each student through transformative teaching within a diverse community devoted to academic excellence, the creative arts, the camaraderie of team sports, and service to others.

Poly strives to be an inclusive community that fosters academic excellence and personal growth by ensuring that all of our 870 students, nearly 65% of whom identify as Students of Color, are seen, heard, and valued as their authentic selves. We respect the dignity and worth of every individual and seek to celebrate the joy, the love, and the creativity that emanate from the human spirit. Throughout our Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, students, faculty, and staff commit to deepening our understanding and knowledge of ourselves, each other, and our ever-changing world.

Within our community of care, Poly students build the confidence and capacity to think critically and creatively to become responsible global citizens and intellectual leaders. Taught by an extraordinary faculty, Poly graduates are ready to fulfill the promise of their talents and lead meaningful, purposeful lives.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, Poly will recruit, hire, train, and promote faculty and staff without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition and physical or mental disability (whether perceived or actual), or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. School policy also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.