Humanities Department Chair

Maret School seeks a dynamic humanities teacher, curriculum leader, and innovator to serve as Humanities Department Chair. Department chairs are teachers, academic leaders, and faculty supervisors. The department chair teaches two classes, supervises instruction and implementation of the curriculum in grades 5-12, and works collaboratively with the Lower School to bridge the ELA and Social Studies teaching and learning in grades K-4.

Department chairs work closely with division directors, collaborate with other school administrators and report to the Assistant Head for Curriculum Development.

• Lead department members in the establishment and implementation of departmental goals, course objectives, and instructional strategies that are consistent with the overall mission of the school, the educational philosophy, the current strategic plan, and the annual operating budget
• Serve as a member of the Department Heads/Division Heads (D2) Committee, a decision‑making group overseeing the school’s educational program and graduation requirements
• Demonstrate knowledge of new trends in education through attendance at conferences and seminars, memberships in organizations, and subscriptions to appropriate journals
• Motivate teachers to embrace collaboration and professional development
• Serve as a team leader who models respect for others and has the ability to embrace and lead positive change

• Establish and maintain, in collaboration with department members and a broader circle of administrators, the departmental philosophy and standards for the development of current and new course offerings within the department
• Facilitate a clear scope and sequence in grades 5-12 that is developmentally appropriate, innovative, and in line with Maret’s developing Portrait of a Graduate, as well as broader curricular offerings
• Coordinate and facilitate related competitions, curriculum conferences, and other academic events
• Lead regular department meetings to discuss programmatic issues and offer support to teachers within the department
• Hold regular one‑on‑one meetings with all members of the department
• Educate students and families about the program and coordinate the course selection process
• Coordinate with other department chairs in order to facilitate cooperation, integration, and cross‑disciplinary work
• Allot teaching assignments yearly, balancing individual teachers’ talents and interests with overall school needs, and arrange coverage for classes in case of departmental faculty absences
• Offer input into the schedule, as appropriate
• Observe each teacher's classes on a regular basis and provide evaluation, constructive feedback, praise, and mentorship for effective teaching; communicate teacher effectiveness and related personnel matters as appropriate
• Hire Humanities faculty for grades 5-12, in collaboration with the Head of School, Assistant Head for Curriculum Development, and other relevant faculty
• Exhibit excellent collaboration, communication, leadership, and managerial skills

• Have a track record of excellent teaching in an academic environment comparable to Maret
• Demonstrate subject‑matter expertise and the ability to teach a variety of courses
• Exhibit a deep passion for teaching and great enthusiasm for working with students of all ages and differing strengths
• Have a commitment to professional development and collaboration with colleagues
• Have a master’s degree (preferred)

Competitive salary and benefits. Salary range is $115,000-$155,000, dependent on years of experience and qualifications.

Maret’s dynamic community and campus in the midst of Washington, DC, create a unique learning environment for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Expert teachers inspire students to think both creatively and analytically, seek out multiple perspectives, work hard, and make time for joy as they tackle our challenging curriculum and explore artistic and athletic pursuits. The school’s mission, core values, and educational philosophy ground and guide our work.

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