| The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student’s evolving needs, interests, and abilities, and fosters diversity as an integral part of school life. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community. We are seeking a full-time Middle School 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher and House Advisor for the 2021-2022 school year. The ideal candidate is passionate and knowledgeable about progressive education and differentiation. We seek teachers who are enthusiastic about working collaboratively to deliver a deep and rigorous curriculum in a developmentally appropriate fashion. The Grades 6-8 Social Studies Department is currently in the midst of a curriculum redesign, retaining content of Greece and Rome in Grade 6, and creating opportunity for an additional study of the ancient world that broadens student's experience of world culture and perspectives. Candidates should be comfortable teaching research and writing skills, and coaching students through project management. Full-time teachers also serve as House Advisors, working with a group of 6th graders as the primary point of contact for the students and parents. House Advisors collaborate as a 6th grade team to develop House curriculum on grade-specific topics and community building programs. We seek teachers who are enthusiastic about working collaboratively to design curricula that address the whole child. A Master’s degree in education or history is strongly preferred, in addition to experience with lead teaching.
The Dalton School actively seeks to forward the equity and diversity of our community in our admissions, programs, and hiring. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability or sexual orientation in administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics and other school-administered programs.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining experience with similar Social Studies/History concepts, skills and content and previous work with 6th grade learners via our online portal - https://www.dalton.org/employment. |
