What are the responsibilities and job description for the History Instructor position at Hargrave Military Academy?
Hargrave is now accepting a number of applications for Faculty and Staff positions to support its Grades 6-13 Academic Program in anticipation of an enrollment increase and natural attrition.
Hargrave Military Academy serves grades 6 to 13 (middle to high school to post-grad/college prep) education which features the finest academics in a military boarding school setting. Providing academically challenging and personalized instruction for every student is a Hargrave tradition stretching back to our founding in 1909. A Hargrave education is not limited to academic pursuits, but empasses a whole-person development model supported by the pillars of academics, character, spiritual growth and athletics/fitness.
Our mission is to build young men into leaders of character prepared for lifelong success. This includes a vision of moving onto college as they become knowledgeable, thinking, and responsible citizens of their community, nation, and world. Hargrave is not a therapeutic environment, but families select the school because of its emphasis on the 4 pillars. Our focus is on meeting each student’s specific needs within the framework of a college preparatory environment. Hargrave is a community and a family of instructors, administrators, parents and mentors all working jointly to provide an environment conducive to learning, growing and enabling students to reach their full potential.
The generosity of grateful alumni has continued to support Hargrave in a time of challenge for single-sex boarding school environments. They are particularly committed to developing future men that may be currently struggling with self-confidence, effective “how to study/succeed” skills, and see how a structured and disciplined college-preparatory environment have prepared generations of alumni to be successful men.
Contact the Academic Dean, Dr. Jimmy Tung tungj@hargrave.edu with a resume and cover letter.
The successful candidate must possess the following:
- A background in History, Social Studies, Education, or a related field, and be eligible for a Virginia Provisional or Professional Teaching License in History and Social Sciences.
- Experience or preparation to teach secondary-level History and Social Studies courses, including but not limited to U.S. History, World History, Government, Civics, and related disciplines.
- A specific interest in working in an all-boys educational environment, including strong instructional and classroom-management skills, and experience in curriculum development, student engagement, and assessment.
- An understanding of historical inquiry, critical thinking, research, and the development of analytical and writing skills in students.
- Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with fellow faculty to develop, modify, and execute instructional plans that support student success.
- Ability and willingness to serve as a Coach, Advisor, or contributor to extracurricular activities (clubs, athletics, leadership programs, and activities that are part of the boarding school experience).
- Willingness to execute periodic evening and weekend duties (study hall supervision, chaperoning activities, dormitory support, etc.) as appropriate to a boarding school environment.
- Ability and willingness to work individually with students or in small learning groups to provide academic support and enrichment.
- Strong ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Dedication and commitment to Hargrave Military Academy's mission of developing young men academically, physically, morally, and spiritually.
Preferred Qualifications
- A degree in History, Education, or a related field.
- Three to five years of teaching experience in a secondary school environment preferred.
- Current teaching certification preferred
- Interest or experience in athletics, coaching, or student activities.