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 Teacher Responsibilities

• 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

Learning Climate

• 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

Community Connections

• 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)

Curriculum and Assessment Design

• 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

Leadership, Teamwork, Administration, and School Community

• Lead by example
• Model good citizenship and environmental stewardship
• Help design schedules, courses, and learning experiences
• 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 Roundtables
• 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

Qualifications

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

Salary

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

Benefits

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