Details
Posted: 15-Aug-22
Location: Potomac, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Bullis School seeks a Middle School 6th Grade Geography & World Cultures Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community for the 2022-23 school year. Candidates should be capable of teaching a wide range of students, with a specific focus on the development and implementation of a robust, hands-on Geography curriculum that explore various regions of the world through the lens of the five themes of geography: location, physical and cultural characteristics of place, movement, human-environmental interaction, and region. This position involves teaching five classes, as well as co-curricular activities including advising eight to twelve students.
The Bullis Middle School cultivates independence and leadership in a supportive academic environment. Teachers create the conditions for discovery both inside and outside of the classroom supporting and encouraging students to take risks, collaborate and explore. Middle School teachers are fully invested in all students' growth mindset by engaging in events, clubs, and other opportunities that go beyond the classroom. Successful Middle School teachers at Bullis are committed to ongoing professional development and a wide range of teaching approaches to reach a diverse student population. In line with the school’s culture of innovation and a student-centered approach, curriculum development and lesson-design are continuous endeavors and an opportunity to work in subject- as well as grade-aligned teams. The Middle School Social Studies program is part of a larger Humanities and Global Studies Signature Program and includes an 8th grade American Studies seminar offering for students to engage more deeply with the material.
Bullis is a community that welcomes new people and ideas, embraces diversity, and shares a common vision. Bullis is proud of its culture of innovation and growth and supports faculty with ample professional development opportunities that include a commitment to Equity, Inclusion and Justice training and education. Bullis School is an independent coeducational college preparatory day school for students in grades K-12 situated on a beautiful 102-acre campus in Potomac, MD, and is home to a full range of state-of-the-art facilities for learning, arts, discovery, and athletics. To learn more about teaching and learning at Bullis School, please click here.
Qualities of a Bullis Middle School Teacher
- An appreciation and respect for middle school-aged students as learners and people, through challenging and joyful moments alike
- Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
- Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
- Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks and demands on attention
- Use of reflection and feedback aimed at continued growth in the field of teaching and working with young people
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, History, or related field (required)
- Master’s Degree in Education, History, or related field (preferred)
- Minimum of 2-3 years teaching experience in secondary education (preferred)
- Teaching certificates are not required
Search Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and current resume along with an application through the Bullis Career site. The Search Committee will begin reviewing candidate materials immediately. We will keep applicants informed of their status throughout the process.
Bullis School is committed to staff diversity, equality, and continued professional growth. Bullis School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bullis School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.