Upper School English Teacher (Interim)

Position Type Full-Time Start 08/18/2025 School Name City, State Brooklyn, NY Posted 08/01/2025 Brooklyn Friends School (BFS), a thriving Early Childhood-12 grade school located in vibrant Downtown Brooklyn, seeks an Upper School English Teacher (Interim) within a dynamic community of colleagues (BFS uses the all-inclusive term, colleagues, to refer to all rather than one that delineates faculty/staff). Founded in 1867, Brooklyn Friends School’s pillars of social justice, service learning/civic engagement, and Quakerism, serve as guideposts for our action-oriented collective work. has been illustrious and reflective of the expansive nature of human experiences. Guided by our , BFS provides a dynamic, diverse, and robust social/emotional environment and academic program that cultivates compassionate, intellectually curious, and confident changemakers. As a school, we affirm that human diversity includes, but is not limited to: race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic class, family structure and physical ability, as well as diversity of thought, talents, and learning style. Brooklyn Friends School does not discriminate based on these characteristics or any characteristic prohibited by law and provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified colleagues and applicants. If you need an accommodation related to any part of the hiring process, please send an email to .

gives you a glimpse into our contemporary experience. THE POSITION Reporting to the Head of Upper School, the Upper School English Teacher (Interim) will be a dynamic, student-centered educator who will teach four sections of 11th and 12th grade International Baccalaureate (IB) English and serve as an advisor to a group of 11th grade students. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator of literature, writing, and critical inquiry who brings creativity, cultural responsiveness, and an interdisciplinary approach to the classroom. They foster a learning environment grounded in inclusion, intellectual risk-taking, and deep engagement, and they are eager to participate fully in the life of our Quaker school community while keeping students at the center of the teaching and learning process. Applicants should have experience teaching English at the secondary level, ideally within the IB Diploma Programme. Strong classroom management, fluency with technology, and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are essential. Primary Responsibilities Include: This position reports to the Head of Upper School.

Teach four sections of IB English to 11th and 12th grade students Serve as a grade-level advisor to a small cohort of 11th grade students, supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth Design and implement lessons that align with the IB Diploma Programme framework, centering inquiry, analysis, and global perspectives Collaborate with grade-level and departmental colleagues to plan and continuously evolve an engaging and relevant, differentiated curriculum Integrate interdisciplinary approaches and contemporary texts to reflect a range of voices and lived experiences Communicate consistently and effectively with families, students, and administrators regarding student progress and wellbeing Contribute to regular assessment, grading, narrative comment writing, and student feedback cycles Participate fully in the life of the Upper School, including advisory, supervisory duties, and community-wide activities Maintain a well-organized, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

Qualifications and Characteristics Sought: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred, ideally in English, Education, or a related field Minimum of 3 years of relevant teaching experience, preferably at the high school level Prior experience teaching within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is strongly preferred Deep understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in curriculum and practice Familiarity with or openness to Quaker values and practices, such as shared reflection, consensus, and stewardship of community Demonstrated ability to foster strong relationships with students and families through empathetic communication and meaningful feedback Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that values inquiry, dialogue, and student voice Proficiency with classroom technology and a willingness to innovate pedagogically A flexible, reflective, and growth-oriented mindset Must be eligible to work in the United States Physical Requirements of the Job:

Must be able to ambulate through a classroom setting, including walking up stairs. Must be able to lift and carry small children up to 40lbs in the case of emergency. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work outdoors or in spaces without heat or air conditioning, and which are subject to variable temperatures and humidity. Must be able to work in an office environment including prolonged periods of sitting and standing. Must be able to stand, bend over, twist and reach to access file cabinets, navigate instrument storage spaces, bookshelves, and office and workstation spaces.

Union Status : Union Salary Range: $71,601 - $97,540 This salary range represents the expected annual salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your education level, experience, and other job-related factors. Benefits: Colleagues may be eligible to participate in employment benefits including, but not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance. Benefits are subject to change at any time and are subject to applicable plan documents.

To apply, please provide the following: Cover letter addressed to Liz Fernández, Head of Upper School. Along with punctuating your interest and experience, your cover letter should also address how you feel that your professional journey aligns with our school’s Quaker values and pillars of social justice and civic engagement. Resume/Curriculum Vitae List of three references (at least one reference listed should be a current or former supervisor). Please include their emails, phone numbers, and relationship to you. We will not contact references without informing you. Completed .

Please email the above attachments (if possible as a single PDF) to and and put Upper School English in the subject line. Qualified candidates will be contacted after materials have been reviewed.

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