Upper School English Teacher

Details Posted: 07-Jul-26 Location: Michigan Type: Full Time Salary: Competitive Salary Categories English/Language Arts Required Education 4 Year Degree Job Title: Upper School English Teacher Reports to: Assistant Head of School and Head of Upper School (Head of Upper School) Receive Guidance From: English Department Chair, Head of Upper School, Associate Head of School for Teaching and Learning Collaborate Closely With: English Department, the Teaching and Learning Team The Upper School English teacher will support the mission and core values of University Liggett School through positive and professional interaction with students and faculty. The Upper School English teacher will be responsible for ensuring that the school’s curriculum, mission, vision, and strategic plan inform all decisions and actions. The teacher will promote an atmosphere of trust and openness among employees, students, and parents and will foster students’ intellectual, social, behavioral, and emotional growth. Duties And Responsibilities Teach four or five sections of upper school EnglishCreate class environments committed to close reading of complex texts, thoughtful discussion, and analytical writing Design writing assignments that stretch student thinking and imagination Participate actively in advancing the English department’s curriculum and The Liggett Approach Scaffold assessments effectively and respond thoughtfully and promptly to student workMaintain comprehensive documentation pertaining to course syllabi, scope and sequence information, lesson plans, the online portal, and the gradebook, ensuring prompt dissemination of this information when requiredCollaborate with colleagues and engage in department discussions about pedagogy and other concernsCreate an equitable and inclusive class environment that promotes community, integrity, respect, excellence, and empathyCommunicate thoughtfully, professionally, and clearly with familiesServe as an upper school advisor, supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of students and acting as a liaison between school and homeParticipate actively and positively in the life of the school through involvement in co-curricular activities Qualifications A bachelor's degree or higher in English or an equivalent fieldEnthusiasm for upper school students and an understanding of their developmental needsA thoughtful and engaging approach to teaching, learning, and assessmentStrong writer, reader, speaker, and listenerA growth mindset about teaching practices and an eagerness to work toward professional goals and developmentA keen desire to work in a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered environmentAbility to connect with students of diverse backgrounds to develop healthy, supportive, and responsive relationshipsEnthusiasm for reading outside of teachingCommitment to supporting and being present in the life of the schoolFacility with technology in the classroom Work Environment This job operates in a professional school environment. Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work 10 month employee/ 7:45 am- 3:30 pm Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination ULS is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution. It is the policy of the school to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, military service, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, height, weight, misdemeanor arrest record, marital or familial status or any other status specifically protected by federal or Michigan law. This policy governs all aspects of employment at ULS including hiring, assignments, training, promotions, compensation, employee benefits, discipline, discharge, and all other terms and conditions of employment. This policy applies to all conduct on school premises, during school-sponsored activities on or off campus, and in connection with all school-related duties or functions. This policy also applies to all conduct and communication by vendors or other third parties while on school premises or in connection with providing services to the school. Contact Person Qualified candidates should send the following to Shernaz Minwalla, Head of Upper School, at sminwalla@uls.org: A resume or curriculum vitaeA letter of interest that explains the following:Qualifications and interest in the position and schoolImportant professional development experiences and pedagogical shiftsThe role of assessment in your classroom Create a Job Match for Similar Jobs About University Liggett School The oldest independent co-educational day school in Michigan, University Liggett School is among the preeminent PreK-12 institutions in the Midwest. Enrolling more than 600 students, University Liggett School offers a rigorous and innovative academic framework that allows students in every grade to find their passion and explore it in depth while developing creativity, critical thinking, teamwork and adaptability. This guiding philosophy is supported by a rich array of co-curricular programs and empowers students to drive their own academic experience, preparing graduates to flourish at some of the strongest colleges and universities in the country. Concentrated class sizes and challenging academics shape students, giving them a keen sense of self while simultaneously fostering lifelong appreciation for and an understanding of learning. The mission of University Liggett School is to empower students to develop intellectual curiosity, leadership and confidence to contribute to a complex and changing world. We challenge students to excel and to achieve their highest potential. We create opportunities for discovery and achievement by developing a faculty who foster the strengths o...f each student through the Curriculum for Understanding. We teach and practice the values of respect and responsibility in an emotionally and physically safe environment. Show more Show less Connections working at University Liggett School More Jobs from This Employer https://careers.nais.org/jobs/22405550/upper-school-english-teacher