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Middle School English Teacher - Leave Replacement

Who we are?
Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves a diverse community of about 1,700 students on two campuses -- one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, and the other in Manhattan. The Fieldston Middle campus located in Riverdale is comprised of approximately 400 students in Grades 6-8th.

What is essential about working at our school? 
The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of equity and inclusion deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace diversity of ancestry, family, identity, culture, and belief and seek a student body and faculty that reflect the pluralism and socio-economic diversity of metropolitan New York. We affirm both our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives, and see the world beyond the self. 

We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic and progressive school a reality.

We are looking for passionate educators to join our community who are committed to progressive education, who consider ethics to be at the core of their work with students and colleagues, and who will contribute to the academic success of all of our students. Currently, we have a parental leave position for a 6th Grade English Teacher.  September 1, 2020 - January 19, 2021. 


The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about a diverse range of young adult literature and writing instruction,  understands how to receive critical feedback and understands how to instruct students with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities include teaching a course load of 4 sections; serving as an advisor to a group of 10-14 students; working as a member of a grade-level interdisciplinary team; attending faculty meetings; and other shared middle school responsibilities.  

Ideal candidates have experience employing a range of pedagogical approaches and will be excited by the opportunity to teach a diverse student body in a values-based community.  The ideal candidate has also demonstrated a commitment to addressing issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion within and outside the classroom.  A passion for working with middle school students, a flexible attitude, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a sense of humor are essential.
 
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required,  Masters preferred in English.
  • Experience with and familiarity with young adult literature required.
  • An understanding and commitment to cultural competency and how to support a diverse student population
  • A minimum 5 years of relevant teaching experience, preferably with middle school students.  
  • Proficient with technology, including Smartboards, Google platform, and apps.
  • Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

To Apply:
To be considered for the above-mentioned position, please submit the following 4 items: a letter of interest, a resume, a statement of your educational philosophy, and email and phone contact information for three professional references to the ECFS employment portal. Please generate all documents in one MS Word or a converted .pdf file. Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis.  Incomplete and late applications will not be reviewed. The position will be open  until filled.  Please do not contact the school.

EEO
ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable  local, state, or federal laws. ECFS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.