A Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women in grades 7-12 located in Dedham, MA, Ursuline Academy seeks exceptional candidates for a full-time English teacher with a focus on teaching middle school students. Ursuline seeks to hire and retain employees who are skilled in their field, involved participants in the school community, and enthusiastically dedicated to carrying out the mission of the school. Flexibility, optimism, a collaborative and professional spirit, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to Catholic education are essential.Candidates should:Demonstrate an understanding of teaching highly capable adolescent girlsUtilize technology effectively and be willing to embrace innovationEmploy a variety of instructional strategies in the classroomRespectfully partner and communicate with parents and appropriate school personnel to foster and share student growthHave a strong understanding of adolescent spirituality, give evidence of strong content knowledge in religion/theology, and a desire to help students deepen their faith.Be approachable and connect well with students. Responsibilities include:Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the subject matter and the pedagogy it requires to engage students in a deepening understanding of theology and faithCollaborating with colleagues to examine student data, plan curriculum, and ensure appropriate learning experiences for all students.Partnering with school and college counselors and referring students who need social and emotional supportSupervising a group of 8-10 advisees each dayActively participating in Ursuline’s robust service and retreat programsEnthusiastically supporting student life through chaperoning various activities or eventsQualifications/Job Requirements:3-5 years of experience teaching at the high school level Bachelors (or higher) in English or education from an accredited college or universityExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, including a sense of humorCitizenship, residency, or work visa requiredPlease submit a resume, statement of interest, educational philosophy, and the names of three references to Regina MacLeod at rmacleod@ursulineacademy.net. Please indicate that you are applying for the English position in the subject line of the email.