English Teacher Substitute (12-Week Assignment)
Ransom Everglades School welcomes applications from creative, student-centered, faculty members who are excited about inspiring and supporting students through the study of communication and literature and collaborating with colleagues to build a school culture that prioritizes academic excellence, a sense of well-being, and a community of belonging. The successful candidate will teach in the department. Course assignments will include Forms of Literature, among other relevant courses.
Through the English curriculum, students engage with a variety of genres of literature and voices from around the world and develop their own voices in different formats of communication. Candidates should be prepared to contribute to the Department’s ongoing discussions about the place of digital modes of communication, interdisciplinary learning, and research, and be comfortable with the school’s emphasis on inquiry-based, student-centered learning inspired by the Harkness method.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in English or a closely related field
● Comfort using the Microsoft Suite and G Suite platforms
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
● Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
● Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
● Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff
● Familiarity with educational technology and its integration into the classroom
● Master's degree in a field within, or closely related to, Literature or the Humanities, is preferred
● Prior independent school teaching is preferred
How to Apply
Please visit https://www.ransomeverglades.org/about/careers to complete an application and submit it with a resume, cover letter, a list of three professional references and any other relevant materials to careers@ransomeverglades.org.
School Mission
The mission of Ransom Everglades School is to provide an educational environment in which the pursuit of honor, academic excellence, and intellectual growth is complemented by concern for the physical, cultural, and character development of each student. The school provides rigorous college preparation that promotes the student’s sense of identity, community, personal integrity, and values for a productive and satisfying life, and prepares the student to lead and contribute to society.
A Diverse, Equitable, Inclusive Community
Ransom Everglades School is an inclusive community that welcomes and benefits from diverse experiences and perspectives. Our students and faculty embrace multiculturalism and appreciate the unique potential of each individual. During their time at RE, everyone benefits from the contributions of each member, while honing skills and sensitivities that prepare them to excel and lead in a global community.
The commitment to diversity at Ransom Everglades informs our hiring process, curriculum development, community outreach, co-curricular activities, and admission process. We implement programs, offer workshops and craft learning opportunities that reflect our core beliefs. Living by this philosophy ensures that our students develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be productive global citizens. RE is committed to looking for candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences in our effort to build a diverse faculty in which all social groups are represented.
Supporting Excellence
Ransom Everglades faculty members are expected to pursue a continuous program of professional development and engagement, and are supported in doing so by the flexibility and financial generosity of the school and its benefactors, and our membership in the FolioCollaborative. The school regularly distributes books for the faculty to read together, and brings national guest speakers to campus to work with the faculty. Every faculty member and student is issued a stylus-enabled laptop computer. Microsoft 365, including Teams and OneNote, G Suite Enterprise Edition for Education, and the Adobe Creative Suite, as well as subscriptions to a number of other platforms, are provided for all faculty and students. Classrooms are equipped with ViewSonic interactive displays.
A competitive compensation is based on the experience and qualifications of the person selected. Ransom Everglades offers a comprehensive benefits package including retirement, health and dental insurance, disability and life insurance, and other benefits. Florida has no state or local income taxes.