Dean of Humanities jobs in Saint Louis, MO

23.24 Middle School Humanities Teacher

Reports to: Middle School Director

Job Summary

Working as a teacher at Columbia Independent School requires a wide variety of abilities but also offers
a deeply rewarding experience. This is a school where you will know your students well and be their
learning guides over time not only in your content area but also in their social-emotional growth. The
teacher must have a deep curiosity about and proficiency understanding of the humanities broadly
defined, including but not limited to English style, literature, history, and the social sciences, as well as
a love for the subject that can be transferred to the students of various ages, abilities, and interests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Seeking teachers with the ability and desire to teach all or some of the following: 6th Grade
English, 6th Grade Introduction to Social Studies, one or more middle- or upper-school elective
courses (based on candidate expertise and interest). 

Update and create rigorous and engaging curriculum in conjunction with the departmental goals 
Work with students on an individual basis (as needed) outside of regularly scheduled class

times 
Provide regular feedback (written and verbal) to students and parents 
Update learning management course page assignments on a daily basis 
Update electronic grade books on a regular basis 
Attend faculty, divisional, and departmental meetings as scheduled 
Prepare progress reports and conduct conferences for students and parents 
Collaborate with other departments on cross-curricular connections

Other Duties 

Serve as an advisor to a group of 10-12 students 
Serve as an advisor for an academic club or social activity 
Provide support for and chaperone middle school functions (field trips, socials, etc.) 
Attend professional development opportunities 
Model life-long learning through personal and professional growth 
Serve as an ambassador for the school at Open Houses and other admissions or public

relations activities

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in the humanities or related field 
Teaching experience preferred 
Demonstrated passion for working with students of middle and/or upper school ages and an

understanding of the developmental needs of the age groups 
Working knowledge of current technology used in humanities education, with a willingness to

learn more 
Commitment to the success of every student 
Proven collaborator and team member 
Innovative and optimistic thinker 
Life-long learner with a growth mindset 
Interest in sponsoring Speech & Debate or Model UN is a plus

How to Apply
Please submit the following to resumes@cislions.org: Letter of Interest, Statement of Educational
Philosophy, and Resumé/CV.