Part-Time Teacher (Humanities/Social Studies/History)

Part-Time Teacher - Humanities/Social Studies/History

Peninsula School for Boys--a new non-profit independent middle school for boys that opened in the fall of 2021--is looking for someone to step in for a short-term disability leave and teach Social Studies/History in 6th (18 students) and 7th grade (15 students). This is a once-in-a-teaching-lifetime opportunity to create and be a part of a mission-centered and innovative program, forge deep connections with students and their families, and build personal and professional skills by being on the ground floor of a new school.

We are looking for someone to teach Social Studies for 6 periods a week, currently two periods each on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (this is negotiable). The hourly rate starts at $75 (but varies based on experience), which would include prep time for classes.

We are looking for people who:

• are forever learners;
• have proven records of creating irresistible classrooms/leading irresistible programs or initiatives;
• have expertise and experience in their field;
• love working with middle school boys and find connection to our school’s mission;
• have an open heart and mind;
• represent the rich diversity of the peninsula, are dedicated to equity and inclusion, and work toward their own cultural humility and awareness;
• want to guide students in their emotional as well as academic growth;
• possess the organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills necessary to be an effective colleague and community member;
• take initiative, work passionately and joyfully, are flexible to take on new roles as needed, and collaborate effectively with diverse constituencies; and
• have contagious integrity & humor.

Peninsula School for Boys sparks curiosity, builds integrity, and inspires change. Through hands-on, dynamic, integrated projects, PSB supports middle school boys to build:

• awareness of their talents, how they respond to challenge, opportunities for growth, their impact on those around them, and the roles they play in their families, communities, and the world;
• confidence to explore, be vulnerable, challenge themselves and others, try new things, be creative, and express their authentic selves;
• connection with their peers, their teachers, their families, and their community; and
• purpose to use what they learn about themselves and the world to create positive change.

The curriculum is designed to address the unique academic, developmental, and social/emotional needs of boys during their middle school years. We firmly believe that our community needs a school invested in supporting boys on their journey to becoming exceptional men.

We are located on the Notre Dame de Namur University campus in Belmont, but families and the students come from all parts of the Peninsula. We commit to having a student body that accurately reflects San Mateo County, and the school is dedicating 20% of its revenue to tuition assistance, which is almost double that of its competitor independent schools.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $75.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

COVID-19 considerations:
All of our families and students are currently vaccinated. We have COVID protocols commensurate with county practices.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location