Glenelg Country School (GCS) is an independent day school serving students age 2 – grade 12. Our mission is to cultivate a diverse community of learners who discover, contribute, thrive, and excel. These principles serve as a foundation for all we do. The school seeks an Upper School Humanities Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The teaching assignment will likely include a mix of core sections in Grades 9-12, with an emphasis on The West and The World, the grade 10 course that examines the rise of modern Europe and its contact with cultures around the world. The ideal candidate will demonstrate versatility in knowledge and experience, with the ability to contribute to the study of history, literature, religion, and art. Instruction in writing and research and a high level of comfort exploring non-Western texts, traditions and perspectives are important parts of the job.
Essential Functions:
- Instruction in history, literature, art and religion and the cultural context informing each
- Development of a sense of partnership with and among students
- Assessment and evaluation of student progress
- Implementation of teaching strategies, activities and approaches to learning
- Exercise of good judgement and maturity
- Supervision of student behavior and coverage of colleagues’ classes as needed
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
A B.A. or B.S. is required. Experience working with middle school or high school students is a significant advantage.
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to learn and teach others – recognizes the importance of learning and motivates others by own enthusiasm.
- Technology – proficient with Office365 and related Microsoft applications.
- Time Management – Manages many tasks and projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines.
- Organizational – creates action plans to meet divisional goals and objectives. Conducts periodic reviews of progress and measures against goals.
- Written and oral communication – effectively communicates respectfully, effectively, and in adherence to community guidelines.
- Problem solving skills – considers a broad range of internal and external factors when solving problems. Grasps complexities and perceives relationships among different problems or issues.
- An appreciation of discovery, contribution, and excellence in an educational setting.
- Flexibility and patience.
- Effective teamwork, collaboration, and partnership.
- A commitment to the holistic development of adolescents.
- A sense of adventure.
Compensation Range:
The compensation range for this position is $55,000-$75,000. GCS offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances, retirement plans, tuition benefits, and generous holidays and leave plans.