Part Time Upper School Jewish Literature Teacher

Marlborough School

Part-Time (25%) Upper School Jewish Literature Teacher

Temporary/Exempt (Second Semester Only)

Founded in 1889, Marlborough School is an independent girls' college-preparatory school for grades 7 through 12 located in Los Angeles, California. Marlborough is the oldest independent girls’ school in the Southern California region. Central to Marlborough’s vision that Equity Leads Education is the belief in and passion for empowering young women to use their immense talents to better the world and become trailblazers in their own right. Bolstered by world-class faculty and staff, Marlborough students are challenged and inspired to work towards their own personal best and, in doing so, have an almost endless array of courses, extracurriculars, electives, and programs to spark their curiosity, deepen their compassion for one another, and lead lives of purpose.

OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: 

We are seeking a part-time, temporary teacher to join our English department, where they will instruct one Jewish Literature course in the Upper School Division. Beyond classroom teaching, this position offers the opportunity to be an active participant in the dynamic Marlborough community, and  various opportunities to engage in school life. 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach one section of Jewish Literature in the Second (Spring) Semester.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver academically sophisticated and pedagogically engaging lessons for the appropriate developmental level and course designation.

• Cultivate a safe, engaging learning environment for students.

• Communicate regularly with parents, teachers, student services, deans, and other administrators.

• Adhere to Marlborough’s academic policies, guidelines, and expectations while modeling a commitment to student wellbeing.

• Participate in department and school activities contributing to a collaborative and mission-aligned school culture.

QUALIFICATIONS AND  REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor of Arts in English, History, or Jewish Studies. A graduate degree is strongly preferred. 

• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience teaching high school or at the university level.

• Demonstrate confidence in their subject matter and pedagogical expertise while staying dedicated to ongoing professional development and teaching innovation.

• Passion for supporting the developmental needs of teenagers, with the ability to balance high expectations with a high level of support.

• Excellent communication, organizational, planning and interpersonal skills.

COMPENSATION

• Competitive annualized salary ranging from $$20,000-$25,000.

For more information about Marlborough School, its rigorous academic curriculum, fine arts and athletics programs, or if you would like to learn more about this position or other career opportunities, we invite you to visit the Careers link under the “About” drop-down menu on our website at: http://www.marlboroughschool.org. 

Marlborough School is an equal opportunity employer. Marlborough recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Marlborough School is a diverse, inclusive community that strives to maintain diversity in all areas of employment.