English Teacher

The Lawrenceville School announces an opening for a full time English teacher. We are seeking enthusiastic, energetic, collegial individuals who want to work with both adults and high school students in a collaborative and inclusive academic setting. The English Department encourages students to develop a love of reading, facility and pleasure in writing, and an appreciation for literature as a way to understand themselves and the world.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach four sections/two to three preps per trimester (approximately 50 students).
• Two seasons of coaching or equivalent co-curricular commitment, including at least one season of interscholastic coaching (or the equivalent).
• Advise five to eight students, and do one evening a week of "House duty," providing supervision in a student residence from 7-11:30 pm. Although not necessarily starting their first year, faculty who reside in School-provided housing are expected to spend eight years living in one of the residential houses at some point in their career.
• Chaperone a weekend activity (dance, coffee house, etc.) at least once per term.
• Work within the department and in the broader school to foster community and belonging.
• Work professionally and cooperatively within the department, the School, and the broader Lawrenceville community.

• M.A. in English or related field, or M. Ed. with BA in English (or related field).
• At least three years high school teaching experience
• Ability to teach across a range of literatures, periods, and genres
• Ability to teach both introductory and advanced courses in English
• Demonstrated success teaching writing and the writing process
• Demonstrated success facilitating collaborative, student-centered, discussion-based classes
• Demonstrated success in providing timely, effective student feedback
• A passion for teaching literature and writing
• Demonstrated success working as a part of a high-performing team
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication (oral and written) abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, as needed and appropriate.
• Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated dedication to working with high-school students.

The Lawrenceville School is a diverse and inclusive community and makes all employment decisions without regard for an individual's race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, sex, pregnancy, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability (including AIDS and HIV related illness), genetic information, refusal to provide genetic information, refusal to submit to genetic testing, ancestry, familial status, marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, atypical cellular or blood trait, military service, application for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Lawrenceville School will also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals in accordance with applicable law.

The Lawrenceville School conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Eligible employees receive a competitive benefit package that includes health insurance coverage, paid leave and retirement plan options and many other valuable programs.