Upper School History Teacher, Leave (Aug 2026 - Dec 2026)

Dates: September 2026 - December 2026

Department: Upper School History and Social Sciences Department

Reports To: Upper School Director

About Buckingham Browne & Nichols:

Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Buckingham Browne & Nichols is a day school that engages students in grades Pre-K through 12 in a rich and invigorating educational experience of the highest quality. The school excels at helping students discover their unique talents and passions and develop those strengths to the fullest. The curriculum is challenging, forward-thinking, innovative, and flexible, designed to help qualified students, from a range of backgrounds and with a wide spectrum of talents and interests, reach new levels of accomplishment. Co-curricular opportunities in athletics, the arts, community service, and other areas add important dimensions to students’ learning. Students learn on three age and developmentally-appropriate campuses. At every grade, BB&N takes full advantage of the range of opportunities its locations afford.

BB&N is committed to becoming an anti-racist institution. This commitment is integral to the mission and vision of the School. BB&N is an academically excellent, diverse, and inclusive community where students develop into lifelong learners who lead with kindness, curiosity, and integrity. We prepare students to be responsible and open-minded as they engage with the world around them. Our school is guided by the core values of: 

• Inquiry, in which we promote curiosity and critical thinking to inspire a lifelong love of learning.

• Integrity, in which we strive to be honest, conscientious, and accountable in our actions, even when no one is watching.

• Belonging, in which we foster a culture of respect, well-being, and connection that values all individuals and empowers them to discover and be their authentic selves, and

• Kindness, in which we strengthen our communities by recognizing our common humanity and treating ourselves and others with respect and compassion.

The vibrancy and vitality we feel in the classrooms, hallways, stages, and playing fields of BB&N derive from the people who are here. At its root are the varied interests and experiences, the different backgrounds, cultures, religions, views, and perspectives that our students and faculty bring to their classes and families bring to myriad activities. Each of us adds to the richness of another’s experience. Working and playing together teaches us lifelong lessons about appreciating, knowing, understanding, and learning from each other.

Summary Description:

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School (BB&N) seeks a full-time, dynamic, student-centered Upper School History teacher to cover a leave of absence from September 2026 to December 2026. The History teacher will teach four sections of Upper School History, including Global History and/or U.S. History. We are seeking a knowledgeable History teacher who values student voice and agency, utilizes a variety of pedagogical approaches, can work independently, and is excited to work as part of a team in curriculum development. 

Candidates should be comfortable working with colleagues in designing, innovating, and delivering a curriculum that incorporates skill development, metacognition, and cultural competency, and that caters to a range of student learners.  Additional responsibilities will vary according to current program needs and new initiatives as determined by the Department Chair and the Upper School Director. 

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Key functions for this position include, but are not limited to: 

• Plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and curriculum guidelines.

• Prepares materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance.

• Supervises the behavior of students in the classroom, school grounds, and educational trips and discusses academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students as they arise.

• Communicates progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or campus Director.

• Builds and maintains positive relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.

• Enforces safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.

• Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.

• Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff.

• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars.

• Maintains knowledge of research, developments, and best practices.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements, Skills, and Competencies:

BB&N seeks candidates who:

• Hold an undergraduate degree in history or a related field. An advanced degree in history, education, or a similar field is preferred.

• Have teaching experience and an educational background in United States history and modern Global History. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching history at the high school level.

• Possess a passion for history and teaching that contributes to a dynamic and engaging classroom experience for students.

• Balance pedagogical approaches to teaching (inquiry-based, small group work, seminar discussions, socratic conversations, project and problem-based assignments, etc.).

• Work effectively with a diverse group of people, including students, parents, faculty, and staff.

• Thrive as part of a collaborative team of colleagues within the History Department and with teachers in other disciplines.

• Demonstrate dedication to supporting adolescent growth and development.

• Value advancing students’ knowledge and affirmation of themselves and others.

• Commits to working in and fostering an inclusive community by advancing the efforts of anti-racism and equity in their classes and the broader community

Salary: $69,500.00 - $115,754.00 (prorated for leave time)

BB&N offers competitive salaries and benefits, employing equitable and consistent compensation practices. The starting salary for any hired candidate is based on experience within salary bands (0-30 years). 

Compensation for eligible full-time and part-time employees includes a 403(b) plan with up to a 10% match of salary and other competitive benefits offerings. Benefits offered to eligible employees include health & dental insurance; commuter benefits; long-term disability insurance, and more. 

To Apply:  

Please visit the Careers at BB&N page to complete your online application. Please upload your Cover Letter, Resume, and Reference List. 

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any non-job-related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage candidates of color and all diverse candidates to apply.