Purpose:  This full-time position involves teaching 4-5 sections of upper school history (AP and On-level U.S. History) to students in grades 9-12. The ideal candidate is a passionate teacher, interested in building and implementing an innovative 21st Century interdisciplinary program, employing a variety of teaching tools and methodologies. As an effective member of the History Department, this individual is flexible and able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with colleagues. He/she is committed to developing and modifying curriculum to conform with best practices and student needs. The ability to teach a variety of history courses is expected, including both year long survey courses, as well as passion driven semester electives. Experience teaching other content is a plus. Willingness to be a productive participant in the extracurricular life of the school is also required.  

Essential Functions

• Teach 4-5 sections of Upper School History, specifically on-level and Advanced Placement U.S. History, delivering instruction aligned with ESD’s Statement of Educational Philosophy.  
• Provide integral and varied support, planning, oversight, and communication as a student advisor.
• Offer significant involvement and/or leadership in an extracurricular capacity as a club advisor or athletic coach.  
• Participate and engage in professional activities and gatherings at team, departmental, divisional, and school-wide levels.  
• Use appropriate technology in support of the curriculum of the twenty-first century global classroom.  
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.  
• Work closely with colleagues on the school’s curricular initiatives.

Perform other duties as assigned. 

Abuse Risk Management Standards:

• Adheres to policies related to boundaries with students. 
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising students.
• Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Working Environment:

• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. 
• Generally 40% sitting, 40% walking and 20% standing. 
• Minimal temperature variations.
• Off-site travel to include rustic environments and occasional overnight trips. 
• Generally hazard free environment.

The Episcopal School of Dallas is a faith-centered, co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school with students age 3 – Grade 12.  The policy of The Episcopal School of Dallas is to recruit, hire, train and promote employees without discrimination based on race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by law. In our recruitment practices, we strive to create a diverse school community whose members embrace the Mission and Vision Statement of the school.

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•  Bachelor’s Degree in History, or related, field. Master’s Degree desirable. 
• Minimum three years teaching in an Upper School setting with experience teaching some combination of Government, United States History, or related content.  
• Proficiency in educational technology and twenty-first century pedagogy; familiarity with G Suite. 
• Experience designing and implementing a 21st Century history curriculum.
• Commitment to participate broadly and cheerfully in the life of the school.
• A growth mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in various disciplines and at various levels.