English Teacher, Upper School

Marymount School seeks an experienced, dynamic, and collaborative educator to teach English in our Upper School. Marymount English teachers are passionate about their discipline and aim to cultivate a love of literature and writing and craft lessons that are informed by literary criticism and scholarship. They invite students to wrestle with complex texts, teach them the skills to shape their own ideas into clear and compelling language, and help them come to see themselves as thinkers and writers with something valuable to say.

At Marymount, all teachers strive to balance high expectations with deep support, fostering both academic excellence and student growth. Marymount teachers are deeply invested in innovative and engaging teaching and learning. Ideal candidates foster collaborative, student-centered classrooms where discussion, inquiry, and intellectual risk-taking are central. 

Teaching is a shared endeavor. We value colleagues who are eager to collaborate, to exchange ideas, and to help shape a curriculum that responds to students, to the moment, and to the wider world. Teachers at Marymount also serve as academic advisors and contribute to the broader life of the school by moderating at least one student club or activity. They collaborate closely with colleagues, communicate regularly with families, and engage fully in the school community.

Responsibilities:

• Teach four courses in the English department.


• Collaborate closely with colleagues on curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy.


• Provide individualized support and enrichment for students.


• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students, supporting their academic and personal growth.


• Contribute to the life of the school through club leadership or other extracurricular involvement.


• Perform supervisory duties and responsibilities as requested by the divisional head. 

Qualifications: 

• A master’s degree or higher in English, English Education or a related field


• Experience teaching English at the secondary level 


• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered, inquiry-based pedagogy 


• A commitment to equity and belonging in teaching practices


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

We believe in the transformative power of a diverse and inclusive community, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender in our educational programs or employment practices.