Harvard-Westlake, a coed, independent school in Los Angeles serving nearly 1600 students in grades 7-12, seeks to hire an exceptional and highly qualified individual for a full-time teaching position in the History Department and the Interdisciplinary Studies and Independent Research Department at the Upper School (grades 10-12). The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of United States history and/or modern world history/global studies and of African and/or Pan-African studies or African-American studies. Candidates will also show interest and experience in teaching high school students in a rigorous college preparatory curriculum and be ready to integrate themselves in the life of the school. The History Department and Interdisciplinary Studies and Independent Research Department highly value team teaching and intra-departmental collegiality.

Harvard-Westlake actively strives to be a diverse and inclusive community in its educational, admission, and employment practices. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, or any other characteristic. We seek candidates who demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members; have an ability to work flexibly, independently, and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with individuals from a diverse set of backgrounds; and have a capacity to serve as a model of openness, generosity, and acceptance.