MS Faculty Social Studies Instructor

About Saint Andrew's School:

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience.

We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning.

Saint Andrew's School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences will help us promote an inclusive school culture. We are committed to respecting the dignity of each member of our community, and we strive to recruit a diverse and talented faculty and staff.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will be passionate about fostering the next generation of innovative thinkers and equipping students with the skills necessary for success in the rapidly evolving world of business, banking, finance, and entrepreneurship. We seek dynamic individuals who are collaborative and creative in their approach to teaching and who work to establish an inclusive and supportive classroom and support the development of our school-wide culture.

Qualified candidates will have experience teaching a variety of subjects related to Business and Entrepreneurial Studies, as well as working in a "makerspace," in which students will have an opportunity to develop new products and ideas in order to support their classroom instruction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports the creation and implementation of student-centered activities and units of inquiry that contribute to a classroom climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences that inspire critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, and communication.
• Prepares course materials, such as homework assignments, projects, and assessments, that support comprehensive and engaging curricula covering fundamental principles of entrepreneurship, business planning, marketing, financial literacy, economic theory and practices, and/or other relevant topics.
• Provides students with ongoing and constructive feedback about their work in a way that encourages continuous improvement and a growth mindset using guided self-evaluation, peer evaluation, criterion-based rubrics, and/or other assessment tools.
• Plans, evaluates, and revises course content, course materials, and methods of instruction to be sure curricula reflects current business practices and industry trends.
• Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment, to share insights and innovative teaching strategies, and to align their work with others in the Social Studies Department, as well as with courses in other departments for interdisciplinary instruction.
• Cultivates relationships with local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community organizations to provide enriching experiential opportunities for students, including engaging guest speakers and insightful industry visits.
• Actively engages families and others in the broader community to showcase student achievements and promote the importance of entrepreneurial education.
• Serves as a mentor for students and student groups or clubs, including DECA, that are interested in entrepreneurial ventures, offering support, advice, and resources.
• Participates in professional development to be sure educational best practices and industry developments are integrated into their courses.
• Implements inquiry-based instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
• Prepares course material such as syllabi, course overviews, unit plans, homework assignments, and assessments, ensuring completion of the curriculum
• Provides students with ongoing and…