Thayer Academy’s Upper School seeks a student-focused collaborator to teach in and chair its Upper School English Department. This full-time position includes teaching three classes, leading the English department, advising a small group of students, and participating in the life of the school with students through coaching and/or supervising student activities. This position is a salaried, exempt, full-time, regular, 10-month position. Upper School teachers report to the Upper School Dean of Faculty.Roles and Responsibilities TeacherTeach three sections in the English department, which focuses its curriculum on developing strong communicators.Advise a group of 7-8 students.Contribute to the school community as an athletic coach (preferred) and/or leader of student activities.Apply inclusive classroom practices that value the humanity of all students.Participate in professional growth opportunities.Department HeadLead English department with thoughtful ongoing assessing of courses, pedagogy, and inclusion of diverse texts.Observe classes of all English teachers and work with teachers to grow their craft and connection to students.Collaborate with English teachers to design and support best practices and curricula.Learn and find appropriate professional development for English teachers.Participate in weekly department head meetings.Convene regular English Department meetings.Support course placement processes, book orders, teachers’ schedules.