Career Center

Holton-Arms School invites applications for the position of Upper School History Teacher. We are seeking an educator who wishes to teach Art History and History from a multiracial and global perspective and has a commitment to anti-racist/anti bias education. Applicants should be willing and able to facilitate challenging conversations in the classroom and have experience developing curriculum that reflects the students on campus, as well as the world around us. They will collaborate on the ongoing revision and renewal of the History and Social Sciences curriculum that is aimed at telling a more expansive story of humanity. In addition to the primary teaching responsibilities in Upper School, candidates will participate in other facets of the Upper School program, including advisory, clubs, and other division-specific experiences. A successful candidate will be prepared to commit to and promote the School’s Mission and the institutional priorities embodied in the School’s philosophy of Learn Well, Live Well, Lead Well, and the Diversity Mission Statement.  We welcome candidates who also have an interest in athletic coaching.

The qualifications of a successful candidate for this position are:

• 3 years of teaching experience
• a Bachelor's degree in History (Master's degree preferred in either History, Art History or Secondary Education)
• a passion for working with upper school students
• a commitment to creating a student-centered, standards-based classroom
• agility with the integration of educational technology into the curriculum
• an eagerness to collaborate with colleagues
• intellectual curiosity, sense of humor, and strong communication skills
• a commitment to lifelong learning

In order to be considered for this position, we ask candidates to submit a cover letter, a resume, a statement of educational philosophy, and the names of three references.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary

About Holton-Arms School, Inc.

The mission of the Holton-Arms School is to cultivate the unique potential of young women through the "education not only of the mind, but of the soul and spirit." Founded in 1901 by two visionary women, Holton-Arms continues to cultivate a diverse, inclusive and equitable school community, to tend to the health and well-being of its members, and to build a global curriculum that responds to the learners in our classrooms and the world around us. In this vibrant community committed to academic excellence, our students are scholars, artists, and athletes who find their voices, take risks, learn from mistakes, pursue opportunities for leadership, and build lifelong friendships. Caring, dedicated faculty and staff inspire our 665 girls and young women in grades 3-12 to realize the School's motto, "I will find a way or make one." We seek candidates who are dedicated to the School’s mission and will work to inspire our 665 girls and young women in grades 3-12 to realize the School’s motto, “I will find a way or make one.” within the School and in local, national, and global communities. We believe that with intellectual curiosity, self-reliance, tenacity of purpose, and commit...ment to others, Holton women will make a difference in a complex and changing world. We seek applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, talents, and interests who share a dedication and commitment to helping girls learn, grow and make their way in the world.

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