High School History Teacher

*Middle and Upper School History Teacher* The Middle and Upper School history faculty member teaches five sections of 7th through 12th grade history and/or Global Perspectives, according to the needs of the school.
She/he is responsible for an advisory group; advises one or more student clubs or activities; attends various faculty and committee meetings as required; and performs other duties as assigned.
*RESPONSIBILITIES:* 1.
Teaches a full-time teaching load of five sections of 7th through 12th grade history and/or Global Perspectives, as assigned.
This assignment includes high school chemistry and physics.
2.
Serves as a student advisor, as assigned.
3.
Advises clubs and/or activities as assigned, in accordance with the teacher’s expertise and interests.
4.
Is available to students for extra help as needed.
5.
Provides prompt assessment feedback to students, and meets deadlines for the reporting of grades and comments.
6.
Communicates student progress to parents using online grading software, email, phone calls, conferences, and other appropriate methods, as needed.
7.
Responds promptly to communications from students, parents, and school personnel (generally within one full workday of receiving said communications).
8.
Ensures an optimal classroom environment with clear and reasonable expectations for student conduct.
9.
Adheres to the provisions of the GHCDS Employee Handbook.
10.
Adheres to the high standards and the expectations of ethical behavior delineated by the National Association of Independent Schools’ Principles of Good Practice.
*ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:* *Education:* 1.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Master’s degree preferred.
2.
Continuing professional development in teaching and learning, history and/or Global Perspectives, and/or related areas.
3.
Cambridge International Training is helpful but not required.
*Experience:* 1.
At least three (3) years of experience teaching Middle and/or Upper School history and/or Global Perspectives, or a related subject is preferred.
2.
Knowledge of and/or desire to learn about the culture and peoples of St.
Croix.
3.
Experience in Cambridge International is helpful but not required.
*Required Skills and Attributes:* 1.
Knowledge of Middle and/or Upper School teaching and learning in history and/or Global Perspectives.
2.
Commitment to stay abreast of recent developments in history and/or Global Perspectives.
3.
Strong organizational, oral communication, and written communication skills.
4.
Ability to function well in a team and to work well with students, parents, and school personnel.
5.
Creative and practical problem-solving skills and strong interpersonal skills.
6.
Flexible and can work with minimal supervision.
7.
Integrity and good judgment.
*Work Schedule:* * Mon, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8 a.
m.
to 4 p.
m.
* Tuesday: 8 a.
m.
to 5 p.
m.
* Plus, occasional evenings and weekends.
*Start Date:* The person selected will begin work on Monday, August 12, 2024, with New Faculty Orientation.
The person’s last commitment for the 2024-25 school year is Saturday, June 14, 2025.
*Compensation:* Full-time GHCDS teaching salaries range from $34,000 (first-year teacher with bachelor’s degree) to $56,667 (highly experienced teacher with an advanced degree), per the GHCDS 2024-25 salary scale.
Some responsibilities come with a stipend if they fall outside of school hours.
Job Type: Full-time Salary: $34,000.
00 - $56,667.
00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Grade school specialties: * 10th grade * 11th grade * 12th grade * 7th grade * 8th grade * 9th grade * High school * History * Middle school Physical setting: * Private school * School Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Application Question(s): * Are you currently living on the island of St.
Croix, if no, please detail your availability for relocation to St.
Croix.
Education: * Master's (Preferred) Experience: * history teaching: 3 years (Preferred) Language: * Spanish (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: * Kingshill, VI: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person