Upper School History and Economics Teacher

Posted: 25-Jun-26

Location:

Saddle River, New Jersey
Type:
Full Time
Salary: $60,000 - $85,000
Categories:
History/Social Studies
Required

Education:

4 Year Degree

Saddle River Day School is seeking a full-time History and Economics teacher for the  school year. This position will teach Upper School classes and serve as an advisor to a small group of students.

• Teach 5 sections of History and/or Economics courses
• Serve as an advisor to a group of students, providing guidance and support in their academic and personal development
• Participate actively in the life of the school community beyond the classroom, including contributing to extracurricular programs, events, and committees
• Demonstrate a passion for history, economics, current events, student success, and real-world learning
• Effectively manage a classroom and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to design and implement a student-centered curriculum
• Connect and work with families to ensure student success
• Foster a student-centered environment which encourages intellectual risk-taking and innovation
• Incorporate current educational trends and meaningful technology into classroom pedagogy

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in History, Economics, or a related subject (advanced degree preferred)
• Have experience teaching history or economics courses, preferable at the high school level (other relevant experience will be considered)

• Salary Range: $60,000 to $85,000 (final compensation will be determined based on experience and education)
• Benefits Offered:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching;
  Life and Disability Insurance

This position starts August 2026.