Upper School History Teacher

Position Description

We are seeking an instructor for Upper School World History. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in history (advanced degree preferred), significant teaching experience, and a distinguished record of innovation and professional growth in a school setting.

Beyond these qualifications, the following will be given special consideration in evaluation of applicants : experience with African American studies, a commitment to teamwork and collaboration with colleagues, forward thinking and student-centered pedagogy, and experience with teaching and assessing writing.

Overview of St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School

St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School is an affirming and collegial community committed to our mission to "pursue goodness as well as knowledge and to honor the unique value of each of our members as a child of God in a caring community.

SSSAS is an age 3 to Grade 12 Episcopal day school located on three campuses six miles from Washington, D.C., in beautiful and historic Alexandria, Va.

We believe that educating the whole child by tending to their individual academic, social / emotional, cultural, and physical needs, prepares them to be knowledgeable, kind, and empathetic citizens in a complex world.

Combining a rigorous academic program with outstanding opportunities in the arts, athletics, and service learning for our students, SSSAS is a community that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and we seek candidates who share these same values.

Our culture promotes lifelong learning, and employees have a wealth of opportunities available to them to continue expanding their knowledge of both their disciplines and in their field of education.

Cultural competency workshops for all faculty and staff, regular, small-group DEIB exploration / workshops, support for graduate studies, summer study grants, and conferences (e.

g., People of Color Conference, the National Association of of Independent School Annual Conference, and CASE-NAIS) are just a few of the ways in which we support and encourage our Saints faculty and staff to continue to develop and learn in their field and as part of our community.

READY TO JOIN OUR COMMUNITY?

We understand your time is valuable, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this teaching job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application .

We look forward to meeting you!

Interested applicants should apply through the SSSAS website at

For more information about St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, we invite you to visit our website at