Jobs

Start Date: August 2026

Reports To: Middle School Director

Summary Description:

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is seeking a full-time Middle School English teacher for a one-year leave. The BB&N Middle School consists of Grades 7 and 8. We are seeking a knowledgeable English teacher to teach three classes across both grades, who values student voice and agency, utilizes a variety of pedagogical approaches, and is excited to work as part of a team in curriculum development. Other faculty member responsibilities encompass advising in our co-curricular advisory program, athletic/coaching, as well as community/student life activities, and other program needs.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Key functions for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and developing an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices and curriculum guidelines.

• Preparing materials for lessons, assignments, and tests; evaluates, corrects, and grades student performance.

• Supervising the behavior of students in the classroom, school grounds, and educational trips, and discussing academic difficulties or behavioral challenges with students as they arise.

• Monitoring students’ progress throughout the year.

• Communicating progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or campus leadership.

• Building and maintaining positive relationships with parents, students, and colleagues.

• Enforcing safety and security standards for students, staff, and visitors.

• Maintaining required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records.

• Monitoring halls, study periods, and lunch with other faculty and staff.

• Participating in faculty meetings, educational conferences, in-service opportunities, workshops, and other training seminars.

• Maintaining knowledge of research, developments, and best practices.

• Performing related tasks such as sponsoring student activities or organizations, including athletics.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements, Skills, and Competencies:

The ideal candidate will have a degree in English or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree is required. While a Master’s Degree in English and at least four years of experience teaching English at the middle school level are preferred, we understand that not every great teacher’s path to teaching is linear.

In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Commitment to fostering dynamic and engaging classroom experiences for students.

• Dedication to encouraging middle school-aged students to seek the truth and to engage the world around them with a critical eye.

• A creative and multi-dimensional educator whose personal and professional characteristics will bring new perspectives to our community.

• Possess a passion for literature and writing.

• Work effectively with a diverse group of people, including students, families, faculty, and staff.

• Thrive as part of a collaborative team of colleagues within the English Department and with teachers in other disciplines.

• Demonstrate dedication to supporting adolescent growth and development and promoting a growth mindset.

Salary: $69,500.00 – $115,754.00

BB&N offers competitive salaries and benefits, employing equitable and consistent compensation practices. The starting salary for any hired candidate is based on experience within salary bands (0-30 years).

Compensation for eligible full-time and part-time employees includes a 403(b) plan with up to a 10% match of salary and other competitive benefits offerings. Benefits offered to eligible employees include health & dental insurance; commuter benefits; long-term disability insurance, and more.

To Apply:

Please visit the Careers at BB&N page to complete your online application. Please upload your Cover Letter, Resume, and Reference List. Successful candidates submit complete applications, inclusive of all requested materials, and respond to all posting questions completely and thoughtfully.

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any non-job-related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage candidates of color and all diverse candidates to apply.