Interim Upper School English Teacher

Catlin Gabel School seeks to employ the best qualified individuals from available applicants and to provide them with opportunity for advancement in a manner that does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal equal employment opportunity laws or regulations.

The Upper School English Teacher is well versed in teaching literature as well as analytical and creative writing. This role is dedicated to improvement of student writing and committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and a passion for lifelong learning. In addition to daily formal teaching responsibilities, teachers are expected to lead and participate in activities that include but are not limited to extra‑curricular, experiential, and community engagement across grade levels.

This position utilizes a variety of teaching methods to support different learning profiles and academic abilities in service to the development of students’ reading comprehension and writing skills.

Please note:

this is an interim position for the 2026‑27 school year only. This position is offered at 0.75 FTE and is benefits eligible.

• Based on Faculty Scale according to education and teaching experience
• Range: $42,330 – $76,447.50 per year based on 0.75 FTE

• Work collaboratively with fellow staff members and administrators in curriculum design, assessment and instruction as it pertains to specific grade levels and programs.
• Collaborate with other upper school teachers, educators and specialist teachers to develop curriculum and plan special projects.
• Plan and teach a challenging course of study in a developmentally appropriate manner, with an eye toward differentiating instruction.
• Coordinate and implement appropriate student assessments and utilize assessment results to enhance student learning.
• Employ technology to enhance student learning.
• Create a culturally competent and inclusive classroom environment through regular class meetings, supportive exchanges with students, and clear expectations for classroom behavior.
• Communicate in a clear and timely fashion with parents, students, and colleagues.
• Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with parents in conferences and written reports in ways that meet the needs of the student and the school.
• Attend meetings, actively listen, and contribute to the discussion.
• Support and follow the Upper School Faculty Handbook for policies and procedures.
• Complete required school training courses each year.
• Act as an Upper School advisor.

• Actively support the school through participation in the variety of activities that make the Catlin Gabel School a vibrant community.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to support the Catlin Gabel mission.
• Complete other work as assigned by the Upper School Head.

Interactions occur most routinely with students in the classroom and during other activities. Many informal interactions with students for whom the teacher has no direct supervision or responsibility happen regularly. Daily contact ranges from direct teaching of curriculum to informal exchanges of a personal or social nature. Regular contact with colleagues, particularly those working in the same grade level, discipline, or on a joint project is expected.

Frequent contact with parents, either for scheduled conferences or casual conversation, is a community norm. Responsible and active collaboration with colleagues in all divisions is expected.

• Ability to teach students who encompass a range of academic abilities and help students build self‑confidence through successful exploration and discovery.
• Usage of diverse, culturally competent, and inclusive literature and other literary materials.
• Interpersonal skills to be a supportive, engaged, and flexible role model to foster life‑long learning.
• An understanding of and enthusiasm for working with upper school students.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a spirit of…