Upper School English Teacher, Leave

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Full Time, 80% (Temporary) Cambridge, MA, US – October 2026 to January 2027

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is seeking a part-time (80%) dynamic, student-centered Upper School English teacher to cover a leave of absence from October 2026 to January 2027. The English teacher will teach two sections of English 9, one section of an AP English Literature elective, and two trimester-long English 12 electives. We are seeking a knowledgeable English teacher who values student voice and agency, utilizes a variety of pedagogical approaches, can work independently, and is excited to work as part of a team in 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.

$69,500.00 – $ (prorated for leave time).

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.