2021-2022 Academic Year
Middle School History Teacher
Position Summary
Morristown-Beard School seeks a vibrant, intellectually engaging Middle School History teacher to join a forward-looking, diverse learning community. This unique environment paired with support is made possible through two key components: a teacher to student ratio of 1:7 and significant individual attention. Our Middle School curriculum is designed to cultivate a culture of learning while engaging and challenging our students. As a student- and child-centered institution, we value the attributes each child brings to MBS and help each student forge a pathway to academic success and personal enrichment. The successful candidate should be committed to actively involving students in the learning process through applications, technology, and differentiated instruction. Responsibilities may also include advising a group of students, participating in community events, coaching, directing a club, or supervising activities.
Qualifications and Requirements
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in History/Humanities (minimum); experience teaching Middle School; proficiency with the use of technology; commitment to working cooperatively with the Middle School faculty and members of the History Department and a demonstrated commitment to an inclusive academic community.
Qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter and resume to employment@mbs.net.
Middle School Math Teacher
Position Summary
Morristown-Beard School seeks a vibrant, intellectually engaging Middle School Mathematics teacher to join a forward-looking, diverse learning community. This unique environment paired with support is made possible through two key components: a teacher to student ratio of 1:7 and significant individual attention. Using an “Integrated Math” approach, students are taught to use math skills for data analysis, to understand basic algebraic and geometric concepts, to use statistical analysis across topics, and to think critically. Candidates should possess strong mathematical thinking skills to inspire middle school students to problem solve and reason. The successful candidate should be committed to actively involving students in learning through applications, technology, and differentiated instruction. Responsibilities will also include advising a group of students, participating in community events, coaching, directing a club, or supervising activities.
Qualifications and Requirements
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Math (minimum); experience teaching Middle School; comfort with an “Integrated Math” approach; ability to teach Algebra and Geometry; proficiency with the use of technology; commitment to working cooperatively with the Middle School faculty and members of the Math Department and a demonstrated commitment to an inclusive academic community.
Qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter and resume to employment@mbs.net.
Driver’s Education and Wellness Instructor
Position Summary
Morristown-Beard School seeks a vibrant, intellectually engaging Upper School Driver’s Education and Wellness Teacher to fill a one year position within a forward-looking, diverse learning community.
Responsibilities
- Teaches physical education and wellness courses for Upper School students.
- Teaches driver education to grade 10 students.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of the Upper School and Head of School.
- Reports to the Chair of the Wellness Department and the Head of the Upper School.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Physical Education, or related field.
- A New Jersey Teacher of Driver Education Certificate preferred.
- Prior experience working in a school setting and coaching experience preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of physical education and wellness curricula.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills (oral and written), organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to working cooperatively with the Upper School faculty, members of the Wellness Department and an inclusive academic community.
Qualified candidates are invited to send a cover letter and resume to employment@mbs.net.
