Middle School History Teacher

St. Michael’s Country Day School is an independent school in Newport, Rhode Island serving students from toddler through grade eight. St. Michael’s exists to develop courageous learners and caring citizens who are world ready.

We are actively seeking an experienced teacher for an opening within the Middle School in grades six through eight with a focus on history. This position includes teaching both world history and United States history. Candidates must have a strong understanding of the academic, social, and emotional needs of middle school students and a passion for working with this age group during a critical stage of development.

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

• an ability to teach engaging and developmentally appropriate world and United States history curriculum;
• an ability to help students think critically about historical events, perspectives, and sources;
• an ability to connect historical content to present day issues and global citizenship;
• an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues;
• strong verbal and written communication skills;
• an understanding of, appreciation for, and commitment to twenty first century learning skills;
• an aptitude for and commitment to meaningful technology integration in the classroom;
• the ability to create engaging learning experiences that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and student voice.

Experience with project based learning, Responsive Advisory, differentiated instruction, and student centered instructional practices is preferred. A master’s degree and prior middle school teaching experience are also desirable. St. Michael’s values and supports reflective teaching practices, ongoing professional development, and teachers who see themselves as lifelong learners.

Qualified applicants should email:

• a cover letter explaining interests and qualifications;
• a resume;

• Master’s degree in History or related field;
• Prior middle school teaching experience;
• Experience with project based learning, Responsive Advisory, differentiated instruction, and student centered instructional practices;
• Ability to teach engaging and developmentally appropriate world and United States history curriculum;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Understanding of, appreciation for, and commitment to twenty first century learning skills;
• Aptitude for and commitment to meaningful technology integration in the classroom;