6th Grade Humanities Teacher - Leave Replacement

Position Description and Responsibilities We are seeking a full-time Humanities (integrated history and English) Head Teacher and Advisor for 6th grade from August 19th - December 18th, 2026 as a leave replacement. The ideal candidate will possess the skills to connect history, writing, and literature to students' lives while also valuing guiding students through the emotional journey of their middle school years. The position involves collaborating closely with other 6th-grade teachers, the humanities department teachers in other grades, and the Head of Upper School. Collaboration with the librarians and educational technologists is also expected. In addition, this position involves mentoring and partnering with a full-time Resident Teacher each year who is part of the New Teacher Institute. The Humanities 6 Head Teacher will work closely with the Director of Teacher Development and Strategic Initiatives in supporting the Resident Teacher’s professional development. As an advisor, the successful applicant will lead morning advisory, support students during study hall, supervise during snack/recess, and facilitate student-led parent conferences in the fall. School-wide responsibilities include recess and lunch supervision, and grade level and faculty meetings. Desired Qualifications and Skills Bachelor’s Degree is required, teaching credential and/or Master's Degree is preferred and must be in the discipline of English, History or a related field. Minimum of two years of teaching experience Prior experience teaching humanities to Upper School (Grades 5-8) students is preferred Deep knowledge of the instruction of history, writing, grammar, spelling, and reading comprehension Passion for working with middle school boys Well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including communicating effectively with all constituents in a school environment, including students, co-workers, and parents Well-versed in the use of technology tools and Google Suite applications for teaching Engagement in cultural competency development, including integrating diversity and global awareness, is expected. Adaptability, honesty, self-reliance, teamwork, dependability, flexibility, willingness to listen and learn, work ethic, determination, persistence, problem-solving skills, and congeniality are essential. Must complete background screening and verification Non-Discrimination Policy Town School for Boys admits students of any race, color, religion, or national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship programs, athletic and other school-administered programs. Salary Information At Town, salaries are one component of a compensation package that includes retirement matching, daily lunch, health & dental insurance, and life, AD & LTD insurance. The anticipated annual base salary range the school reasonably expects to pay candidates for the position of 7th and 8th Grade Humanities 6 Teacher is $75,000 to $130,000, prorated for contracted dates and depending on factors such as years of experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity with our current employees as part of any final offer. To Apply Please submit materials. Please do not send materials directly elsewhere. Materials should include: Cover letter addressing qualifications, interest in the position and alignment with the responsibilities outlined. Resume that includes all employment and education information #J-18808-Ljbffr TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS