Upper School Humanities Teacher

University Liggett School, the oldest independent school in Michigan, is a forward-thinking institution located in suburban Grosse Pointe, just outside of the city of Detroit.  Liggett enrolls 600 students in grades pre-k through twelve, and innovation and opportunity abound within the school and the region.  Understanding is the core value of a Liggett education.  Students identify, develop, and pursue their passions as teachers work to make the process of learning relevant and engaging.  Each Liggett graduate leaves well-prepared for the changing demands of college and career, equipped as a lifelong learner committed to embodying – and fostering – inquiry and discovery.  At Liggett, we shape lives that shape lives.

Mission

Our mission 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 of each student through the Curriculum for Understanding. We teach and practice the values of respect and responsibility in an emotionally and physically safe environment.

Position

Full-time Upper School Humanities Teacher

The ideal candidate:

• Has a bachelor’s or master’s degree in history or related field;
• Minimum of three years teaching experience;
• Possesses a growth mindset, self-motivation, positive energy, strong interpersonal skills, and a service oriented and team approach to work.

Interested candidates should submit their letter of interest, educational philosophy, and resume to Brock Dunn, Associate Head of School and Head of Upper School, 1045 Cook Road, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan  48236 or bdunn@uls.org.