Description

The Northwest School is a college-preparatory, co-educational independent school near the heart of downtown Seattle. We offer a rich and challenging program to about 420 students in grades 6 through 12, including international students, many of whom live in our campus dormitory. Upper School language offerings are an integral part of the international perspective at The Northwest School. Classes are conducted largely in the language being taught. Each language class involves extensive study of a culture and opportunities to study abroad. Upper School students fulfill a three-year language requirement, with the option to continue into a fourth year of study. Students receiving ELL support take English as their Modern Language rather than Chinese, French, or Spanish.

Northwest offers a vibrant, intellectual home. A warm inclusive community. A dynamic liberal arts education for grades 6-12 that prepares students to think critically, act compassionately, and discover their place in the world.

The Northwest School is a community committed to a diverse and equitable workplace and expects applicants to have a commitment to diversity and social justice. We firmly believe that we are a richer, more creative and dynamic institution when our collective is built with a diverse set of community members. The Northwest School strives for its faculty and student body to reflect the diversity of the society in which they exist. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Upper School language offerings are an integral part of the international perspective at The Northwest School. Classes are conducted largely in the language being taught. Each language class involves extensive study of a culture and opportunities to study abroad. Upper School students fulfill a three-year language requirement, with the option to continue into a fourth year of study. Students receiving ESL support take English rather than Chinese, French, or Spanish.

In the Middle School, we believe in task-based second language teaching. Students learn the foreign language by doing something with it. Our classes are conducted in the studied language and students are expected to be active in class: listening to a dialogue, reading a text, organizing information, making choices, drawing conclusions, giving advice, interviewing classmates.

The Northwest School seeks an Upper School (grades 9-12) English Language Learner teacher. Candidates for this position should be prepared to teach proficiency-based, EAP grammar and writing classes which align with ACTFL standards. There will be 2 (.5 FTE) or 3 (.75 FTE) courses available for the 24-25 academic year.

Essential Functions:

Teach two or three sections of Upper School English Language Learners Grammar and Writing courses which meet for 75 minutes every other day.

Serve as an academic advisor to a group of students, guiding their social and academic progress.

Plan and teach a 2-week intensive course known as a Summit each year.

Participate fully in the life of the school, including:

• Collaborate effectively and collegially with a teaching team, grade-level, and department
• Engage regularly in formal, ongoing professional development
• Support colleagues and the school by substituting for absent teachers
• Cultivate positive family partnerships.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and community gatherings; and
• Know, understand, and uphold the mission, philosophy and values of the school. All teachers contribute to the school mission and community with activities such as supporting student SEL, interest groups (clubs), social events, and grade level trips.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the schools mission, values, and philosophy, especially related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; environmental sustainability, and global perspective.

A commitment to a learning and working culture where all community members feel seen, valued, and heard.

A bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.

A strong pedagogical toolkit for student accessibility to curriculum and success in the classroom.

A commitment to the school's mission, values, and philosophy, as well as to a learning and working culture where all community members feel seen, valued, and heard.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in linguistics or related language field and 3-5 years of teaching experience specifically with international English language learners.

Compensation:

Salary is highly competitive with top independent schools in the region and commensurate with education and experience and includes all professional responsibilities of a teacher, both in the classroom and community contributions. The Northwest School offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life and accident insurance coverage, fully paid for employee only coverage. A retirement program matches up to 6% of an employee's salary after one year of service in a 403(b) plan. An intentional, mission focused school culture, generous time off, lunch, access to the on-site fitness facility, an exceptional commitment to professional development, and a unique urban location are also benefits of working at the Northwest School.

Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy online: http://northwestschool.org/about-the-school/employment

**Please note: we are unable to consider materials submitted through other avenues such as Indeed.com without a corresponding application through our website.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or marital status.