Job Details
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Position Title: Upper School Teacher
Position Classification: Full-time, 10-month, faculty, salaried exempt
Hours: 7:45 a.m.-4:00 p.m. with additional hours as needed to fulfill after school coaching/activity responsibilities as assigned
Reports to: Head of Upper School and Upper School Department Chair
Position Summary:
St. Christopher's School, the largest all-boys school in Virginia and one of the largest and oldest boys' schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, seeks an Upper School Teacher.
Serving approximately 1,000 boys in Grades JK-12 in Richmond, Virginia, St. Christopher's School is committed to cultivating a school community that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming and prides itself on bringing out the best in every boy. Our Episcopal foundation is at the center of what we do, and we care most about developing young men who possess honor and integrity. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is focused on excellence in all forms, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Teaching a full academic course load (four classes with two or three preps depending on need)
- Specific course assignments and levels (regular, honors, and AP) will be determined based on the strengths of the successful candidate and needs within the department; ability to teach from regular college prep level to the Honors and AP level is preferred
- Candidates should be prepared to teach in more than one area of the curriculum (for example, American Literature and World Literature; biology and chemistry, etc.)
- Advising (six to eight students, generally two students from each grade level) and actively participating as a member of the House System (a group of approximately 6 advisories under a House Dean)
- Coaching or leading a significant co-curricular activity (clubs, community service, student government, etc.) generally for two after-school seasons
- Attending department and faculty meetings and all-school professional development meetings, including the Curriculum Institute at the end of the school year after evaluation year
- Attending chapel regularly
- Offering an X Term cohort (experiential learning program through the academic year that culminates in a one-week intensive at the end of the school year)
- Handling other duties (study halls, chaperoning dances, etc.) as assigned
- Creating a positive classroom environment in which all boys feel known and valued
- Collaborating with colleagues to design meaningful learning experiences for boys
- Planning and preparing lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
- Delivering individual, whole-group, and small-group instruction as appropriate
- Assessing student progress using a variety of formal and informal data collection tools and methods and providing feedback in a timely manner
- Managing student behavior in accordance with best practices for teaching boys
- Fostering communication and a respectful partnership with parents/guardians in conferences, during phone calls, and through written correspondence
- Communicating in a timely and efficient manner with parents, students, and colleagues
- Engaging in continuing professional growth and development, including staying abreast of best practices for teaching boys
- Participating in the life of the School through committee work and being a regular presence at major events such as concerts, plays, athletic contests, and other events as a means of supporting the students and the mission of the School
Qualifications and Key Skills: - Commitment to St. Christopher's mission, policies, and initiatives
- Commitment to best practices in education, as articulated in the School's , and a dedication to best practices for boys, as espoused by the St. Christopher's
- Commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in the School's
- Hold at least a bachelor's degree with strong academic record in the subject area or a closely related field of study; a masters degree preferred; teaching certificate is not mandatory
- Have a minimum of three years teaching experience (though less experienced candidates may be considered based on the open position and other staffing considerations and needs) or sustained demonstrated experience working with children
- Possess a thorough knowledge of and passion for teaching the discipline being taught, including an openness and experience in employing inquiry-based instructional methodologies
- Show an understanding of the vital role of research and analysis in preparing students for college and life beyond college
- Demonstrate familiarity, ease, and openness with integrating technology into the classroom
- Be able to collaborate effectively with members of an academic department, House advisory groups, and the Upper School faculty in general
- Be able to enhance students' skills and abilities in creative thinking and problem solving, intellectual curiosity and risk taking, research and analysis, collaboration and teamwork, and ability to apply core knowledge to new and changing situations
- Possess excellent problem-solving, communication, and analytic skills
- Exhibit a growth mindset, be creative and flexible, and demonstrate a sense of humor
- Accept constructive feedback as part of professional growth and development
- Model professionalism and integrity at all times
- Enjoy working with young people, especially boys
Physical Requirements:- Must be able to circulate among students in a classroom setting for a minimum of four class periods per day
- Must be able to move from classroom to classroom and from building to building as assigned or required by classroom assignment and activity of the day
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
School Website:
School Information:Established in 1911, is a JK-12 all-boys day school in Richmond, VA. The School's single-campus location consists of 43 contiguous acres and 23 buildings with over 300,000 square feet. With over a century of rich history in the education of boys, St. Christopher's has a reputation as a national and international leader in the education of boys. Our work with the and our very own , supports our new strategic plan, , setting a bold path forward for the entire St. Christopher's community.
St. Christopher's School is committed to fostering, in broad and meaningful ways, an inclusive school community in which all members feel respected, welcomed, and valued. As such, St. Christopher's School is an equal opportunity employer. St. Christopher's School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Mission Statement: St. Christopher's School knows, loves, and celebrates boys, promotes their pursuit of excellence, and prepares them for lives of honor and integrity, service, and leadership.
Benefits Package:Among peer independent schools nationally, St. Christopher's offers one of the most generous, comprehensive and competitive employee benefits packages available.
Summary of Employee Benefits for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees work a minimum of 1,000 hours per year.
RETIREMENT PLANThe School contributes 7.5% of the employee's contract salary each year to a 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan for employees at least 21 years of age who have completed one year of full-time employment with St. Christopher's School or similar experience at another institution. In addition, the School will provide a matching contribution equal to 1.5% of contract salary if the employee makes an elective deferral equal to or greater than 1.5% of contract salary to their 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan, for a potential School contribution of 9.0%.
MEDICAL INSURANCEThe School will pay 100% of the Consumer Directed Health Plan (also known as the High Deductible Health Plan), including vision coverage, for the employee. Employees may choose to add dependents or upgrade to a more traditional PPO Plan by applying the School's contribution to the monthly premium cost.
DENTAL INSURANCEEmployees may choose from the plans currently offered and are responsible for 100% of the premium.
LONG TERM DISABILITY & PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCELong term disability and professional liability insurance are provided at no cost to the employee.
LIFE AND ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCELife and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance are provided at no cost to the employee equal to 1x's the employee's contract salary. Additional supplemental coverage for the employee and their dependents is available to employees at their own expense.
PRE-TAX SAVINGS ACCOUNTSEmployees have the opportunity to participate in pre-tax savings accounts through either a dependent care flexible spending account, a medical flexible spending account or a health savings account, subject to respective IRS contribution limits.
TUITION REMISSION JK-12Employees who work a minimum of 1,500 hours per contract year (July 1 to June 30) and have completed three years of prior full-time employment, either with St. Christopher's School or another institution in a similar role, will be eligible to receive JK-12 tuition grants for eligible children enrolled in St. Christopher's School or St. Catherine's Schools. The three years of prior full-time employment must immediately precede the awarding of this tuition grant. For purposes of this benefit, full-time employment is defined as: a minimum of 1,500 hours per year for faculty employees and a minimum of 1,800 hours per year for all other employees. Employees with a full-time start date before July 1, 2020, who have met the eligibility criteria as stated above and have worked a minimum of 1,500 hours per year for the school prior to this date, will receive a tuition grant of 90%. Employees with a full-time start date on or after July 1, 2020, will receive a tuition grant of 75% upon completion of the eligibility criteria as stated above. Grants do not include non-tuition expenses such as fees, books, supplies, etc.
The School will provide tuition grants for up to four eligible children and will support one year in JK. Eligible children are defined as the biological, adoptive or legal ward of the eligible employee.
Extended DayEmployees receive full tuition remission for Extended Day services for the period of time up until the end of their regular workday.
Summer Programs Employees are eligible to receive discounts on Summer Programs offered by St. Christopher's School. Discounts are also available for summer Extended Day offerings.
MEALSEmployees receive lunch at no expense while School is in session. In order to perform normal mealtime duties, all full-time employees, as well as their immediate families, may receive breakfast five days a week and dinner two days a week at no expense when breakfast or dinner is served.
Additionally, lunch fees are waived for full-time employees' sons enrolled at St. Christopher's School.
LEAVE POLICIESWellness Leave Full-time employees receive ten (10) paid wellness leave days per fiscal year and may accumulate and carry forward any unused wellness leave days to a maximum of sixty (60) days. Included in the 10 wellness days are two (2) personal days that may be converted and used. Part-time employees will receive and may accumulate and carry forward a pro-rated amount of wellness leave days based upon the amount of time worked. Employees should provide as much notice as possible when requesting wellness leave and must have a supervisor's approval.
VacationVacation days are available to 12-month employees based on their job classification and continuous length of service. Please contact the Business Office for additional information.
Bereavement/Funeral LeaveEmployees may take up to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave for an immediate family member. Employees may also take one day off per year with pay to attend the funeral of a relative outside the immediate family.
Additional LeaveAdditional Leave of no more than five business days beyond those listed above may be granted subject to the discretion of the employee's Division Head or the Headmaster.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTThe School is committed to supporting the professional growth of employees and will cover costs associated with job-related courses, workshops, conferences, professional associations and graduate degrees. Coverage of costs is budget dependent year to year and subject to the approval of both the employee's Division Head and the Headmaster.
ONSITE CHILDCARELittle Saints, an on-site daycare facility, is available to employees on a voluntary basis and at the employee's expense.
ATHLETIC AND FITNESS CENTERKemper Athletic and Fitness Center is open to employees subject to Athletic Department Rules and Guidelines.
CAMPUS HOUSINGSt. Christopher's may provide an employee with on-campus or School-owned housing as a condition of employment to better accommodate student access to faculty and administrators outside of the normal School day.
RELOCATION / MOVING EXPENSE POLICYSt. Christopher's School will provide reimbursement to new full-time employees who are relocating to the Richmond area as a result of their new position with the School. Consistent with IRS guidelines, the School's reimbursement support applies only to required moves for new employees whose primary residence is located in excess of 50 miles from the St. Christopher's School campus. The maximum gross amount paid to an employee or on behalf of the employee to a moving company shall not exceed $7,500.00.
St. Christopher's School is committed to fostering, in broad and meaningful ways, an inclusive school community in which all members feel respected, welcomed, and valued. As such, St. Christopher's School is an equal opportunity employer. The School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Revised March 2023
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