Upper School English Teacher, Leave

Job Overview

Upper School English Teacher – Part‑Time (80%) – Cambridge, MA.

Responsible for teaching two sections of English 9, one AP English Literature elective, and two trimester‑long English 12 electives from October 2026 to January 2027 to cover a leave of absence. The role emphasizes student voice and agency, uses varied pedagogical approaches, and collaborates on curriculum development.

• Plans and develops an engaging, age‑appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and curriculum guidelines.
• Prepares materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance.
• Supervises the behavior of students in the classroom, school grounds, and educational trips and discusses academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students as they arise.
• Communicates progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or campus Director.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Enforces safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.
• Maintains required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.
• Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff.
• Participates in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in‑service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars.
• Maintains knowledge of research, developments, and best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Hold an undergraduate degree in literature or a related field. An advanced degree in literature, education, or a similar field is preferred.
• Create a dynamic and engaging classroom experience for students.
• Offer a wide range of opportunities for learning in the classroom (small group work, full‑class discussion, debates, presentations, etc.).
• Demonstrate agility in adjusting teaching approaches to best support the critical thinking, writing, and creativity of all students.
• Build students’ confidence in their independent ability to read, write, and think critically and creatively.
• Work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Seek collaboration with a team of colleagues within the English Department and with teachers in other disciplines.
• Value advancing students’ knowledge and affirmation of themselves and others.
• Integrate our School’s mission, values, and DEIG commitments into their teaching practices.
• Commit to working in and fostering an inclusive community by advancing the efforts of anti‑racism and equity in their classes and the broader community.

Salary range: $69,500.00 – $ (pro‑rated for leave time). The starting salary is based on experience within salary bands (0‑30 years).

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any non‑job‑related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage candidates of color and all diverse candidates to apply.