History Teaching Fellow

3 weeks ago

Meriden, Connecticut, United States Kimball Union Academy Full time

Kimball Union Academy (KUA) seeks a history teaching fellow to join our community as a full-time faculty member who will actively support and fulfill KUA's mission "to create a deep sense of belonging for every member of our community. Through intentionally designed experiences and challenges, our students develop the knowledge, voice, and character to live with purpose and integrity."

ABOUT THE POSITION

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Plan and teach, with the support of a mentor, two – three sections of history at either the sophomore or junior level.
  • Teach a curriculum and work in collaboration with a community that embraces diversity, provides equity, and ensures inclusion and belonging for all.
  • Open to learning and utilizing the principles of KUA Design within the classroom, coaching, advising and within the residential program.
  • Work with a mentor to learn how to teach using current pedagogical practices including Universal Design for Learning, backwards planning ( Understanding by Design) , and project-based learning to equip students with the 21 st century skills they need for college and beyond.
  • Coach sports and/or lead afternoon activities.
Serve as a dorm parent in our residential program and work within a team to supervise and facilitate weekend activities on occasional weekends. Pursue continuous growth and development in understanding and implementation of diverse and effective instructional practices. Contribute knowledge, expertise, and passion to the on-going collaborative effort to innovate and improve KUA's curriculum and participate in committee work as requested by school leadership. QUALIFICATIONSA bachelor's degree in history, psychology, economics, education, or a closely related field; a graduate degree in any of those is preferred. Some teaching, tutoring, coaching, or camp counseling experience. Knowledge of pedagogical practices which may include experience with Universal Design for Learning, backwards planning (Understanding by Design), mind-brain science, and project-based learning a plus along with a willingness to learn and put into practice. Collaborative approach, willing to work closely with colleagues both in and outside of the department. Willing to learn about educational LMS portals, Mac OS, Mircrosoft365, Google apps, and other history education-enhancing products. Experience in a range of sports. Flexible, resilient, and creative working within a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Outstanding interpersonal skills and a track record for building strong relationships with both students and colleagues. Strong analytical skills and an ability to learn new systems quickly. Student-centered educator with a commitment to investing in the lives of young people.

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