US English Teacher

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Upper School English Teacher at Westminster, you will work alongside 130 talented colleagues in a vibrant and collegial academic setting. Our faculty are lifelong learners who share intellectual curiosity, a creative spirit, and a deep commitment to student success. You will be part of a Professional Learning Community that meets regularly to design curriculum, create assessments, and innovate instructional practices.

Westminster excels regionally and nationally in academics, arts, and athletics, and we need your energy and insight to help us continue that tradition of excellence. In return, Westminster offers outstanding support for professional development through our Center for Teaching, which provides workshops, coaching, travel grants, and more to help you grow personally and professionally.

This role is ideal for a dedicated teacher who values deep engagement with students, is excited to work in a collaborative environment, and wants to make a lasting impact within and beyond the classroom.

At Westminster, you are more than an academic expert; you are a mentor, a role model, and a vital part of our learning community. Join us in preparing students to think critically, act compassionately, and engage meaningfully with the world around them.

Supervisor: Head of Upper School

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Position Status:  Salaried, Exempt, Full-time, 10-month

Work Hours: Typical hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some weekend and evening work may be required. 

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for a successful candidate.

• A bachelor’s degree in English, English Education, or a closely related field is required. A master’s or other advanced degree in English or education is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of two years of experience teaching English at the upper school or secondary level is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in fostering a rigorous and engaging classroom environment is desirable.
• Strong content knowledge in literature, writing, grammar, and critical analysis.
• Familiarity with various instructional approaches and the ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Ability to design and implement assessments that measure student understanding and support growth.
• Dedication to the academic, social, and emotional development of adolescents.
• Proven ability to build positive, respectful relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• Competence in integrating educational technology into classroom instruction.
• Willingness to use digital platforms for communication, assessment, and collaboration.
• Willingness to share ideas and materials as part of a collaborative work culture
• Willingness to engage fully in the life of the Upper School, including participation in departmental work, professional development, and interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team within a collegial and mission-driven environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and character education in a school community.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches four (4) sections of English
• Works directly with 18 Upper School English teachers as part of an English PLC to develop curriculum and assessments
• Co-teaches a 3-week immersive, interdisciplinary class during JanTerm
• Advises students as part of the Upper School Advisory Program
• Provides regular assistance to students in the Upper School Writing Center and covers classes for colleagues when needed
• Contributes to the larger school community through coaching or sponsoring other extracurricular programs. Depending on the candidate's expertise, responsibilities may include working with student publications.
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Additionally, successful candidates will demonstrate:

• a love of working with Upper School students
• an engaging teaching style
• the ability to build partnerships with parents and colleagues
• the ability to create and promote an inclusive learning environment
• enthusiasm, flexibility, and a cooperative spirit

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to become certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid is required.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions and frequently walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.  The noise level in the work environment is often loud.

Westminster is a drug-free, smoke/vape-free campus.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the regular business day.  Overnight and out-of-area travel may also be required, primarily for planned events, conferences, and professional development opportunities.

Driving a Westminster vehicle may be required for this position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Westminster is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment.  It is Westminster’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran under applicable federal, state, and local laws.  EOE/M/F/D/V.