What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Teacher 2026/2027 position at Eastside Preparatory School?
Program Overview
The primary goal of the EPS Resident Teaching Program (RTP) is to identify and develop a diverse population of independent school teachers. The program is designed for both recent college graduates and individuals seeking to make a mid-career transition into the education sector. Residents engage in an immersive experience that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and habits of mind necessary to thrive in an independent school, both in the classroom and in the broader professional and family communities.
Program Content
Teaching is a complex and multifaceted endeavor. Part science and part artistic expression, teaching involves a blend of technical expertise and individual style. In the context of the EPS school program focused on critical thinking, experience by doing, and integration, residents develop knowledge and skills in the following domains:
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Program Sequence
In late August, resident teachers and new faculty members attend a two-day orientation before preparations begin for the new academic year with the full faculty and staff.
Resident teachers participate as faculty members for the academic year.
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Resident Reflections
“I’ve gained a lot from observing a number of different EPS teachers in various subject areas, each with their own teaching style and ability to design high-quality student experiences. Classroom observations and collaborations coupled with the graduate level seminar have provided me opportunities to build relationships with EPS mentor teachers and to explore my voice as an instructor, my core teaching philosophy, and what the joy of teaching looks and feels like.” Noah Ching, RTP ’23-24
My first trimester in the RTP can be easily described in one word: revelatory. As I observe and participate in a wide variety of classrooms, I slowly take in the many, MANY elements that make a strong learning experience. I can see myself growing as a person and teacher in real-time. While I work very closely with my mentor teachers, I also feel like I am supported and guided by a village of seasoned faculty and staff. This has been a wonderful welcome to the profession.” Diana Gonzalez-Castillo, RTP ’23-24
Application Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in one or more of the academic disciplines taught at EPS
- Arts | English | Interdisciplinary Studies | Learning Science/Support | Mathematics | Physical Education | Science | Social Science | Spanish | Technology/Computer Science
- Strong interest in teaching in an independent school for a full year.
Application Process
- Attend an online information Q&A session and/or watch the informational video Resident Teaching @ EPS
- Friday, January 9th, 2026 12:00 - 12:30 pm (PST) TEAMS LINK
- Wednesday, January 14th, 2026 3:30 - 4:00 pm (PST) TEAMS LINK
- Please apply here and upload the following:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Copy of college transcript(s)
- 2 letters of recommendation: (1) a professor in the applicant’s academic discipline; (2) a person who speaks to the applicant’s potential to thrive as an educator (professor, employer, peer)
For more information, contact Matt Delaney, Director of Academic Design & Integration.
Salary : $50,000