What are the responsibilities and job description for the English Teacher (SY '26-27) position at Episcopal High School?
December 14, 2025
Episcopal High School is a 100% boarding school, coeducational, grades 9-12, located in Alexandria, Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C. Founded in 1839, EHS boasts a deep foundation of character education and honor, academic excellence, and a uniquely spirited, diverse, and lively student culture. We seek a full-time English teacher beginning in the fall of 2026. Candidates must be prepared to teach students at every level of English in this four-year boarding school. Specific assignment will comprise four to five sections of English, plus residential, extra-curricular, and advising duties. We seek dynamic candidates who will participate eagerly in the broad life of the School, and who will actively advance the School's mission, our students’ sense of belonging, its afternoon option curriculum, and its residential life program. Special consideration will be given to those candidates who can contribute at a high level on our tennis, squash, rowing, basketball, girls’ soccer, and/or baseball coaching staff. References should speak to the candidate’s capacity and willingness to work effectively in a boarding school environment, keeping strong relationships with students at the forefront. The salary offered will be competitive and commensurate with experience, and the housing benefit (either on-campus or via a stipend to offset costs) will be included.
Interested candidates should review the Episcopal High School website for more information on the School’s 100% boarding environment, proximity to Washington, D.C. and unique and spirited School culture. Check out our YouTube: Are You Ready? And Uniquely Episcopal.
Qualifications:Required:
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in English or education, or a related field
- At least 2 years of classroom experience
- Cultural competency: understanding the nuances of working in a diverse school community
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Desire to commit to the intense but rewarding nature of working at a 100% boarding school
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Episcopal High School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic.