What are the responsibilities and job description for the US English Teacher (2026-2027) position at The Lovett School?
Classification: Full-Time, 10-month position
Start Date: August 2026
Schedule:Standard school day
Reports To: Upper School Division Head
What You'll Do
Inspire a Love of Reading, Writing & Critical Thinking
You'll teach 4 sections of English courses (15-18 students each, 2-3 preps) designed to engage, challenge, and inspire adolescent learners.
- Design purposeful, engaging curriculum that balances classic and contemporary literature, diverse voices, and rigorous skill-building in reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking
- Use multi-modal instruction to reach diverse learners—seminars, discussions, creative projects, multimedia analysis, collaborative work, independent reading, and extensive writing practice
- Develop curriculum collaboratively with your teaching team, following through on shared plans and department standards
- Create varied assessments that measure deep understanding, analytical thinking, and growth in craft—not just compliance
- Build a classroom culture of belonging where all students feel their voices, identities, and perspectives are valued
- Provide regular, meaningful feedback on student writing and thinking that pushes their development forward
- Communicate thoughtfully with parents and write unique, insightful mid-semester comments for every student
- Conduct afternoon tutorials (Monday-Thursday) and optional morning tutorials by appointment to support student growth
Mentor & Advise Students
You'll serve as an advisor to approximately 10 students across grades 9-12, providing sustained mentorship throughout their Upper School journey.
- Build meaningful, long-term relationships that support students' academic and personal growth
- Lead daily advisory meetings to open the school day
- Serve as primary academic advisor and main point of contact for families
- Conduct mid-semester student-parent conferences to discuss progress, goals, and growth
- Attend assemblies and chapels with your advisory group each rotation
- Provide guidance, encouragement, and accountability as students navigate adolescence and prepare for college
Contribute to School Life Beyond the Classroom
Lovett teachers are fully invested members of our school community.
- Participate in co-curricular life: coach a sport, direct a play, sponsor a club, lead a student leadership group, or take on other Upper School responsibilities
- Engage in faculty, department, team, and grade-level meetings to collaborate on curriculum, student support, and school initiatives
- Attend school events including occasional evening and weekend responsibilities (parent nights, graduation, admission events, student/faculty interviews)
Grow Continuously as an Educator
We're committed to your development and expect active engagement in your own learning.
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, text selection, assessment strategies, and student support
- Seek and reflect on student feedback to strengthen your practice
- Participate in professional development during the school year and summer
- Employ a growth mindset about teaching, learning, and your own development
Who You Are
You bring:
- Bachelor's degree with significant coursework in English, Literature, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
- Deep love of literature and language - you're a reader and writer yourself and can't wait to share that passion
- Strong writing and communication skills - you model excellent writing and can teach the craft effectively
- Cultural competence and commitment to equity - you thoughtfully select texts and design curriculum that reflects diverse voices and experiences
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence - you're committed to ongoing growth in understanding yourself and relating to others
You are:
- Student-centered – You genuinely love working with adolescents and see them as whole people with complex identities, not just students
- Passionate about literature – You believe books matter, stories change us, and reading is essential to understanding ourselves and our world
- Skilled at teaching writing – You know how to help students grow as writers through meaningful feedback, modeling, revision, and practice
- Culturally responsive – You purposefully choose texts that reflect diverse voices, honor multiple perspectives, and help all students see themselves in the curriculum
- Discussion facilitator – You create space for authentic student voice, ask questions that deepen thinking, and help students listen to and learn from each other
- Collaborative – You thrive working with colleagues, value shared curriculum planning, and follow through on department commitments
- Reflective – You seek student feedback, think critically about your practice, and continuously improve
- Caring and demanding – You balance warmth and high expectations, supporting students while holding them accountable
- Committed to belonging – You create classroom environments where every student feels valued, heard, and challenged to grow
- Professionally excellent – You're reliable, organized, meet deadlines, uphold school policies, and model integrity
- Community-minded – You see yourself as part of something larger and willingly contribute beyond your classroom walls
You have:
- A growth mindset about both your students' potential and your own development
- Love for adolescents and willingness to engage them as whole people - intellectually, emotionally, socially
- The ability to balance care and accountability - you're supportive and warm while maintaining rigorous standards
- Intellectual curiosity that energizes your teaching and models lifelong learning for students
- Commitment to equity and inclusion in text selection, pedagogy, and classroom culture
- Flexibility and adaptability - you can teach 9th grade fundamentals one period and AP Literature the next
Preferred:
- Ability and enthusiasm to participate in co-curricular activities (coaching, club sponsorship, student leadership, travel programs)
- Experience teaching American Studies or interdisciplinary humanities courses
Why Lovett?
Our Community
Join a faculty of passionate educators who genuinely care about one another and the students we serve. You'll be part of a collaborative culture where your voice matters, your expertise is valued, and your professional growth is supported.
Our Commitment to Whole-Child Education
At Lovett, we educate the whole child - mind, body, and spirit. Our Lower School is integral to this mission, ensuring every student has access to the resources and support they need to reach their full potential.
Our Beautiful Campus
Work in a stunning setting with state-of-the-art facilities designed to inspire learning and community.
Professional Growth
Engage in meaningful professional development throughout the school year and summer. We invest in our faculty because we know that when teachers grow, students flourish.
Benefits & Compensation
The Lovett School offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and tuition remission benefits.
True to our core value of Belonging, The Lovett School is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse faculty and staff that reflects the world our students will inherit. We actively seek candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about our mission to develop students of honor, faith, and wisdom. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and post-offer drug screening.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; use hands and arms for teaching activities; lift and move materials up to 20 pounds; and possess vision abilities suitable for reading and digital work. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
To Apply
Do you believe in the power of literature to transform lives and the importance of helping every student find their voice? We'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your application through our careers portal and include:
- Resume/CV
- Cover letter addressing:
- Your philosophy on teaching reading and writing to adolescents
- How you choose texts and design curriculum that honors diverse voices and experiences
- An example of a unit, lesson, or discussion you're particularly proud of and why
- What excites you about teaching English at Lovett
Optional: Transcripts, letters of recommendation, teaching portfolio, or sample student work
Teach literature. Inspire writers. Build community. Apply today.