GENERAL SUMMARY: Roland Park Country School, a college preparatory school for girls, is dedicated to the intellectual and moral development of its students. We cultivate creativity, independence of thought, tenacity of purpose, self-discipline, and emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. We maintain high academic standards, uphold tradition, and promote innovation. We nurture a cooperative, resilient spirit within an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. In a diverse, inclusive, and joyful community, Roland Park Country School strives to instill in its students a lifelong love of learning and the responsibility to look within and beyond themselves to contribute to and serve as stewards and leaders of their communities.
Roland Park Country School is seeking a full-time Upper School English Teacher for the ******** school year. The individual in this role reports to Upper School Head. The ideal candidate possesses the ability to foster and nurture a learning environment that is engaging and accessible to a broad and diverse range of students as well as the ability to connect curriculum content to student experiences and cultural frames of reference.? This creative classroom teacher should enjoy building a curriculum and working collaboratively with colleagues.?
English teachers at RPCS commit to building connections with all students. They accept the responsibility of developing and maintaining relationships and vow to nurture them through an unending desire for greater understanding and two-way communication. The RPCS English Department commits to planning instruction that is relevant to the experiences of students today and in their futures while providing venues for difficult conversations that can impact their minds in large and visible ways. Teachers commit to hearing their voices and responding to their concerns, inquiries, and truths with honesty and open hearts. In that light, the English department commits, to the extent possible, to offering students an individualized learning experience. Teachers will impart specific and ready feedback that encourages questions and revisions, not just once, but until learning objectives are met. And finally, teachers commit to setting high standards while challenging themselves to find creative and novel ways to guide every student toward achievement.
The Upper School English program is designed to foster a student's growth and confidence as a thinker, reader, writer, and individual. In a supportive environment, students are asked to make connections between the issues and themes highlighted in literature to those found in their own worlds. Using fiction and non-fiction texts, as well as classic and modern writings, students strengthen their reading skills on a literal level. As critical thinking skills are emerging and maturing in this age group, they use strategies to uncover deeper meaning. Students discuss and write about their insights to hone expressive language abilities, both creatively and analytically.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Build a strong classroom community with positive communication skills. Build an open and trusting relationship with students, colleagues, and families. Plan, assess, and teach English to RPCS Upper School students, as well as in our coordinated Tri-School program with Gilman and Bryn Mawr Schools. Design learning targets, scope and sequence, and pacing guides as part of the All-School curriculum mapping process. Collaborate with English Department colleagues. Attend Upper School division and department meetings. Organize and update the learning management system for applicable courses, including course overviews, assignments, grades, and comments. Engage in ongoing self-reflection and professional growth, actively seeking opportunities to enhance teaching practices, cultural competence, and understanding of diverse learners. Participate in the faculty review process; observations, feedback conferences, self-evaluation, and goal setting to refine practice. Serve as an academic advisor. Potentially serve as an advisor to student clubs or extracurricular activities. Other reasonable duties as assigned from time to time by the Upper School Head or Head of School. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: A strong desire to help educate courageous scholars and to create an inclusive and safe learning environment for all students. Demonstrated ability to integrate technology in content delivery/skill development. Experience with inquiry-based learning pedagogies that put students at the center of their learning. A commitment to culturally competent teaching. Familiarity with giving and receiving feedback for professional growth. Growth mindset, flexibility, and openness to collaboration and experimentation. Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and respect different values and viewpoints. Is willing to engage across differences with empathy and understanding. Knowledge and commitment around diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and the impact it has on the classroom climate and curriculum. Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail. Strong work ethic and high level of integrity. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in English or related field. Graduate degree and secondary expertise in another field preferred. Minimum of three years of demonstrated excellence in teaching. Familiarity with creating differentiated learning experiences aligned with formative assessments. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Remain in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Repeat motion of wrists, hands, and fingers to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer, printer, and phone. Requires visual acuity to read a variety of written materials. Physical agility: stand, kneel, walk, run, push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, reach overhead, crouch, and can respond to emergencies. Must be able to move around and access all parts of the campus upon request, which includes gym, turf, fields, dining hall, etc. Occasionally ascend and descend stairs in emergency situations. WORK CONDITIONS :
The Upper School English Teacher is a full-time, exempt position. The individual in this position is expected to work during all hours as may be assigned by the School and during other hours for events and activities. The Upper School English Teacher is expected to perform their job duties on campus unless otherwise permitted by the Head of School. As a condition of employment, all employees hired after August 1, 2021, are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and be able to provide proof of such vaccination. BACKGROUND CHECK: A background check (including criminal records and employment history review) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can begin work with RPCS. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status or start of employment.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Occasional travel may be required for field trips and other program-related activities.
Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates must apply by completing the employment application and submitting a resume, with cover letter, to . References may be requested after the application has been submitted.
