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Upper School English Teacher

  • Full Time, onsite
  • Seacrest Country Day School
  • Naples, United States of America
Salary undisclosed

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Posted: 18-Feb-25

Location: Naples, Florida

Type: Full Time

Categories

English/Language Arts

Internal Number: 9

About Us

Seacrest Country Day School is a vibrant, independent, PK-12, college preparatory day school enrolling over 400 students on a 40-acre campus in Naples, Florida. Founded in 1983, Seacrest is committed to fostering a safe, student-centered learning community where our students grow and develop academically, personally and socially. Our comprehensive educational program fosters critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication and a lifetime love of learning.

Our Mission

Seacrest Country Day School fuels intellectual engagement, teaches ownership of the educational environment, cultivates quality of character, and inspires students to lead lives of significance.

Position Overview

Seacrest is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Upper School English Teacher who demonstrates both passion and expertise in the teaching of English language and literature. The ideal candidate will emphasize clear and effective critical reading, thinking, and writing skills while fostering a love for literature. Additionally, they should be adept at leading and facilitating meaningful discussions and be committed to cultivating a strong sense of community among students.

Key Responsibilities

  • Teach, evaluate, and provide clear, constructive feedback on student writing.
  • Demonstrate a deep understanding of and commitment to each stage of the writing process.
  • Develop a rigorous and engaging curriculum, including a robust independent reading program.
  • Facilitate mature, student-centered discussions that encourage critical thinking.
  • Advise student publications as needed.
  • Integrate technology effectively to enhance learning experiences.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development.
  • Collaborate effectively within a dynamic and forward-thinking English department.

Qualifications

  • The minimum candidate qualifications are a bachelor’s degree in English Literature or a closely related field.
  • At least three years’ teaching experience at the high school level.
  • A graduate degree, more than five years’ teaching experience, previous experience at an independent school is preferred.
  • Ability to teach a variety of levels, including AP, are strongly preferred.
  • Teaching responsibilities will include 5 sections of English, with a class size of approximately 15
  • Other responsibilities include serving as an advisor to a group of students and sponsoring clubs as needed.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and Seacrest’s 403(b) retirement program.

Please Note: Employment at Seacrest requires fingerprinting and background checks as part of our eligibility process.

Seacrest Country Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About Seacrest Country Day School

Seacrest Country Day School fuels intellectual engagement, teaches ownership of the educational experience, cultivates quality of character, and inspires students to lead lives of significance. We are located in Naples, Florida. For more information on the school, visit our website at www.seacrest.org. https://www.seacrest.org/about/careers

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