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Job Description:

Maybeck High School, a small, independent, teacher-run, college-preparatory high school in Berkeley, seeks a history teacher for the 2023-2024 academic year. The position can range from 60% to full-time, depending on candidate interest and fit for the role. The History Teacher will teach 2 sections of 9th grade World History as well as 1 to 2 sections of History/Social Studies electives. Each class meets three times weekly from late August through May. Social Studies classes in our recent programming include Women’s Movements in the 21st Century, LGBT+ History, History of the Black Artist, History of Social Justice Movements, Eastern Philosophy, and many more. We support teachers to teach classes in their discipline that align with their passion and expertise. We are looking for applicants who have demonstrated excellence in teaching history to bright, creative, engaged students.  

Typical responsibilities of Maybeck employees include:

• Work with another staff member to design & run a 10-day intersession course in April; some programs are local and during school hours; others travel regionally and internationally.
• Attend our all-school camping trips: a 4-night cabin camping trip in August and a 2-3 night tent camping trip in May 
• Meet with an advisory of 6-8 students for 25 minutes weekly.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and other school events

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree
• Relevant teaching experience, preferably at the high school level or with adolescent students.
• Ability to collaborate on teams, desire to participate in a teacher-led school. 
• In-depth knowledge of and expertise in various historical eras, regions, and themes, and ability to teach critical thinking and analysis of historical sources.
• Ability to engage and build rapport with students of diverse backgrounds and skill levels and a commitment to serving students equitably.
• Willingness to collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and parents to support student learning and growth.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development

Maybeck High School is an equal opportunity employer. A teaching credential is not required for this position.

About Maybeck High School

Maybeck is a community dedicated to learning, where diversity flourishes amid mutual support, respect, and responsibility. Through our small classes, high expectations, and spirit of exploration, our students prepare for college and acquire the tools to engage actively and creatively in the wider world.

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