MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOL HUMANITIES TEACHER | full-time
The Wilberforce School, Princeton, NJ, United States
MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOL HUMANITIES TEACHER | full-time
We seek a Middle & Upper School teacher who will facilitatediscussion in narration-based classes on literature, history, and language arts (writing, revising, speaking, grammar, logical argumentation). In the classroom, this teacher will model a love of words, of story, and of learning in community. In Upper School, the Humane Letters class encourages students to understand and analyze the enduring principles of Western civilization through careful, integrated study of both history and great literature. In the Middle & Upper School, classes may include both single-gender and coeducational settings, providing students more room to explore and discuss their studies. This position includes some administrative support responsibilities.
At The Wilberforce School, our understanding of God as Creator and of His saving purposes in Jesus Christ undergirds all of our teaching and conduct. In providing a truly Christian education in NJ, we seek to nurture students who have a genuine love of learning, who are equipped to live as vibrant Christians, and who can articulate and defend the Christian message with clarity, creativity, and conviction.
Ministry Purpose:
In accordance with Ephesians 4:11-12 and Titus 2:7-8, the Teacher is responsible for training the next generation of Christian leaders and equipping them for a life of service to their Savior, homes, churches, vocations, and communities.
And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.
Titus 2:7-8
Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.
Integrate biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all curricula and teaching.
Be prepared to communicate the school’s religious beliefs to students and others who inquire.
Follow Matthew 18 principles in addressing issues with students, parents, staff, and administration.
Responsibilities With Students:
Models for students genuine love for God, love of scripture, and love of learning
Prays (privately) for each student in the class; prays with the class daily
Plans teaching schedule on a daily, weekly, trimester/semester, and yearly basis, with the help of administration
Works through the curriculum at an appropriate pace, with ongoing assessment of how each child is progressing through the material
Uses formal and informal assessment tools to measure students’ progress
Individualizes instruction according to each child's needs while moving everyone toward class-wide, high standards of achievement
Identifies and addresses academic or disciplinary problems; documents situations and/or alerts the Head of School or parents when appropriate
Respects the confidentiality of students, families, and colleagues by using the highest degree of discretion in all communication
Completes administrative tasks to maintain smooth operation of classroom
Responsibilities With Parents:
Views parents as students' primary teachers
Views parent-teacher communication as highly important and valuable; expresses to parents a commitment to teach and nurture their child
Communicates with parents when issues arise with their child, whether in academics, discipline, or other matters
Makes parents aware of what is being taught at school through worksent home and other means
Responsibilities With Other Teachers:
Contributes to a cooperative and collegial atmosphere among teachers and staff
Participates in teacher mentoring relationships and is committed to personal/professional growth
Participates in training, devotionals, and other meetings and initiatives
Performs both teaching and non-teaching tasks with attention to quality, detail, timeliness, and professionalism
Brings discipline or academic problems to the attention of the Division Head (and Head of School when appropriate) early on, keeping them abreast of general progress and specific problems that arise
Experience and Skills
Education:
Master's degree preferred and reflected in compensation
State or specialty certification preferred
Experience:
Two years of teaching experience are strongly preferred, with exceptions granted for outstanding candidates with demonstrated teaching gifts and call
Knowledge or teaching experience with Latin is helpful
Ability to teach well as demonstrated by references and student achievement
Mastery of subject matters to be taught, as demonstrated by references, education, and student achievement
Personal Qualities:
Be committed to furthering our school’s Christian mission and philosophy of faith-based education
Agree to uphold our school’s Statement of Faith
Be willing to submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or Code of Conduct
Credible profession of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ
Godly character (pastoral and other character references may be required)
Regular in-person attendee in good standing (i.e., not under church discipline) at a local Christian church (and a member, if membership is offered). The church’s beliefs are consistent with the Nicene Creed.
Gift of teaching
Views teaching as a high calling
Self-educator and lifetime learner
Well-spoken with excellent grammar, diction, and vocabulary
Understanding of and agreement with the mission, philosophy, and pedagogy of The Wilberforce School, including classical framework and Charlotte Mason influence
Teachable and committed to grow, learn, and develop new understanding and skills
Understanding of and ability to articulate biblical worldview
Ability to integrate biblical worldview into all subjects to be studied
Maturity and emotional stability
Heart for the age of students being taught
Strong desire to see students learn well, to know God, and to love God
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We seek a Middle & Upper School teacher who will facilitatediscussion in narration-based classes on literature, history, and language arts (writing, revising, speaking, grammar, logical argumentation). In the classroom, this teacher will model a love of words, of story, and of learning in community. In Upper School, the Humane Letters class encourages students to understand and analyze the enduring principles of Western civilization through careful, integrated study of both history and great literature. In the Middle & Upper School, classes may include both single-gender and coeducational settings, providing students more room to explore and discuss their studies. This position includes some administrative support responsibilities.
At The Wilberforce School, our understanding of God as Creator and of His saving purposes in Jesus Christ undergirds all of our teaching and conduct. In providing a truly Christian education in NJ, we seek to nurture students who have a genuine love of learning, who are equipped to live as vibrant Christians, and who can articulate and defend the Christian message with clarity, creativity, and conviction.
Ministry Purpose:
In accordance with Ephesians 4:11-12 and Titus 2:7-8, the Teacher is responsible for training the next generation of Christian leaders and equipping them for a life of service to their Savior, homes, churches, vocations, and communities.
And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.
Titus 2:7-8
Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.
Integrate biblical principles and a Christian worldview into all curricula and teaching.
Be prepared to communicate the school’s religious beliefs to students and others who inquire.
Follow Matthew 18 principles in addressing issues with students, parents, staff, and administration.
Responsibilities With Students:
Models for students genuine love for God, love of scripture, and love of learning
Prays (privately) for each student in the class; prays with the class daily
Plans teaching schedule on a daily, weekly, trimester/semester, and yearly basis, with the help of administration
Works through the curriculum at an appropriate pace, with ongoing assessment of how each child is progressing through the material
Uses formal and informal assessment tools to measure students’ progress
Individualizes instruction according to each child's needs while moving everyone toward class-wide, high standards of achievement
Identifies and addresses academic or disciplinary problems; documents situations and/or alerts the Head of School or parents when appropriate
Respects the confidentiality of students, families, and colleagues by using the highest degree of discretion in all communication
Completes administrative tasks to maintain smooth operation of classroom
Responsibilities With Parents:
Views parents as students' primary teachers
Views parent-teacher communication as highly important and valuable; expresses to parents a commitment to teach and nurture their child
Communicates with parents when issues arise with their child, whether in academics, discipline, or other matters
Makes parents aware of what is being taught at school through worksent home and other means
Responsibilities With Other Teachers:
Contributes to a cooperative and collegial atmosphere among teachers and staff
Participates in teacher mentoring relationships and is committed to personal/professional growth
Participates in training, devotionals, and other meetings and initiatives
Performs both teaching and non-teaching tasks with attention to quality, detail, timeliness, and professionalism
Brings discipline or academic problems to the attention of the Division Head (and Head of School when appropriate) early on, keeping them abreast of general progress and specific problems that arise
Experience and Skills
Education:
Master's degree preferred and reflected in compensation
State or specialty certification preferred
Experience:
Two years of teaching experience are strongly preferred, with exceptions granted for outstanding candidates with demonstrated teaching gifts and call
Knowledge or teaching experience with Latin is helpful
Ability to teach well as demonstrated by references and student achievement
Mastery of subject matters to be taught, as demonstrated by references, education, and student achievement
Personal Qualities:
Be committed to furthering our school’s Christian mission and philosophy of faith-based education
Agree to uphold our school’s Statement of Faith
Be willing to submit to and honor the standards outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or Code of Conduct
Credible profession of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ
Godly character (pastoral and other character references may be required)
Regular in-person attendee in good standing (i.e., not under church discipline) at a local Christian church (and a member, if membership is offered). The church’s beliefs are consistent with the Nicene Creed.
Gift of teaching
Views teaching as a high calling
Self-educator and lifetime learner
Well-spoken with excellent grammar, diction, and vocabulary
Understanding of and agreement with the mission, philosophy, and pedagogy of The Wilberforce School, including classical framework and Charlotte Mason influence
Teachable and committed to grow, learn, and develop new understanding and skills
Understanding of and ability to articulate biblical worldview
Ability to integrate biblical worldview into all subjects to be studied
Maturity and emotional stability
Heart for the age of students being taught
Strong desire to see students learn well, to know God, and to love God
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