Core Teacher—Humanities

About The New School

The New School is a progressive, independent high school located in Kennebunk, Maine. As a democratic school, we emphasize student-driven learning, fostering an environment where students take responsibility for their education. Our holistic approach integrates experiential learning, community involvement, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Core teachers are full-time faculty at The New School who work together to provide learning opportunities and act as advisors for students. We ask our teachers to be open, inventive, visionary, practical, and engaged in their own learning. Above all, we ask them to trust and support young people’s capacity to be responsible for their own learning.

Core teachers collaborate to provide learning opportunities for all students  addition to teaching, their work includes maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment, fostering community connections, and providing school leadership.

• Be open to learning new things and demonstrate what it means to be an active learner
• Be actively involved in each student’s learning on an individual basis
• Know each student’s learning style and adjust assessment and content accordingly
• Help students become aware of themselves as learners
• Help students to develop a sense of responsibility for their own learning
• Present and accept many points of view
• Display enthusiasm for your subject area
• Communicate clearly and listen well
• Create and inspire a learning environment that supports holistic learning and instruction

• Connect your subject area to real life and other disciplines
• Help students draw connections between class and community
• Plan related field trips or field studies
• Attend retreats and field studies, including overnights
• Inform students of opportunities to learn outside of school (plays, workshops, concerts, lectures, museums, etc)

• Design curriculum with student and faculty team input
• Have the ability to pivot and innovate based on student needs and interests - offering real-world learning opportunities
• Design assessments and projects with students
• Work with students and the faculty team to reflect on and refine the curriculum and assessment
• Discuss and set reasonable, measurable expectations for students
• Write a narrative assessment of each student’s performance at the end of each course taught
• Participate in LEAP nights

• Lead by example
• Model good citizenship and environmental stewardship
• Help design schedules, courses, and learning experiences
• Plan Giving Back opportunities for students
• Contribute to the weekly newsletter (as appropriate)
• Know the school policies and be able to enforce them
• Administer the Safety Rules as needed
• Serve as a member of a parent team
• Attend Board Meetings and All School Meetings in rotation with other Core Teachers

• Teach students how to succeed and get the most out of their experience
• Provide guidance for course selection, Gateway planning, and preparation for graduation
• Support students with independent studies and apprenticeships
• Teach students how to be good citizens in this democratic community
• Teach and promote environmental stewardship
• Support students in their responsibility to clean the building and yard
• Guide students as they create portfolios and/or senior projects
• Participate in and/or facilitate Round tables
• Help students develop, understand, and uphold "Community Agreements"
• Help students learn skills for conflict resolution
• Support students and families in planning for life after high school
• Maintain positive communication with families and students about student performance

• Certified High School (7-12) teacher (English, Social Studies) in the state of Maine
• Preference given to dual certification

Core teacher salaries at The New School are at $45,000/yr with allowances for experience.

The New School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.