Berkeley Preparatory School - a school free of government interference located in beautiful Tampa, Florida.

Founded in 1960, Berkeley Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational, Episcopal affiliated college preparatory school with a current enrollment of 1,400 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Notably, the school operates completely free of interference from state and local governments. Employees at Berkeley are amongst the most well-compensated in the industry and are supported assiduously in tangible and intangible ways.

At Berkeley, we seek to educate the whole child by nurturing students’ intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical development so they may attain their highest potential. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse learning community that develops the character of and a strong sense of social responsibility in each student.

Berkeley is located on a beautiful and well-equipped 86-acre campus, consisting of 29 state-of-the-art buildings. Our proud mascot is the Buccaneer. Graduates are passionate, well-rounded individuals who have learned the core values of discipline, diligence and integrity while mastering a rigorous, engaging curriculum and enjoying a myriad of co-curricular opportunities.

The tax advantages of living in Florida are significant, and the Tampa Bay region offers an incomparable lifestyle replete with sunshine, year-round outdoor activity, and rich culture. Safe and easy to navigate, Tampa Bay is a wonderful place to make a life.

Upper Division History Teacher

The school seeks a dedicated Upper Division History teacher who has a passion for teaching history and the humanities and has superior content knowledge. The successful candidate will be able to teach the core courses (World History, American Government & Economics, and United States History) within the department in an engaging, challenging manner using current methodologies and the Berkeley Preparatory School’s History & Religious Studies Department agreed upon standards.

Candidates must show a strong willingness to:

• Receive feedback regularly, grow professionally and significantly contribute to the life of the school.
• Deliver student-centered, engaging lessons for every class.
• Demonstrate superior classroom management skills that exhibit student engagement as the key component.
• Design and arrange lessons that focus on developmental appropriateness and demonstrate the ability to regularly check for understanding.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and be reflective of and receptive to peer/chair/division administration coaching and / or feedback.
• Understand and demonstrate successful learning by all students.
• Engage with the professional community, commit to ongoing professional learning, collaborate productively, and promote the welfare of students.
• Teach and develop within students strong research and writing skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

The appointment is available August 2025 and is a full-time, salary, exempt position and eligible for full benefits. The compensation package will be very competitive nationally and commensurate with experience, certification attainment, and the national independent school and college markets.

Interested Persons:

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All inquiries and nominations are kept confidential.

Berkeley Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, national or ancestral origin, or any other status protected by law, in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship programs, athletic programs, and other School-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

About Berkeley Preparatory School

Berkeley Preparatory School - a school free of government interference located in beautiful Tampa, Florida. Founded in 1960, Berkeley Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational, Episcopal affiliated college preparatory school with a current enrollment of 1,400 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Notably, the school operates completely free of interference from state and local governments. Employees at Berkeley are amongst the most well-compensated in the industry and are supported assiduously in tangible and intangible ways. At Berkeley, we seek to educate the whole child by nurturing students’ intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical development so they may attain their highest potential. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse learning community that develops the character of and a strong sense of social responsibility in each student. Berkeley is located on a beautiful and well-equipped 86-acre campus, consisting of 29 state-of-the-art buildings. Our proud mascot is the Buccaneer. Graduates are passionate, well-rounded individuals who have learned the core values of discipline, diligence and integrity while mastering a rigorous, enga...ging curriculum and enjoying a myriad of co-curricular opportunities. The tax advantages of living in Florida are significant, and the Tampa Bay region offers an incomparable lifestyle replete with sunshine, year-round outdoor activity, and rich culture. Safe and easy to navigate, Tampa Bay is a wonderful place to make a life.

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