Middle School: science and history faculty in SUBIACO, AR for Subiaco Academy (2024)

Subiaco Academy is looking for educators who are committed to teaching and coaching in an independent, Catholic, boarding school, single-sex education environment, particularly individuals for middle school science and history instruction beginning in August of 2024. We are also looking for individuals who can coach football, baseball, and tennis. Candidates must have the desire to become part of a boarding school culture which includes not only responsibilities in the classroom, but also some dormitory supervision and obtaining a CDL.

Science and history teachers will

• teach Science classes ranging from 7th Life Life Science to 8th grade Earth Science.
• teach history, particularly 8th grade level US History, Arkansas History, and civics/economics
• work closely with colleagues in the Science and History Department and throughout the Academy.
• create and update plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum.
• actively collaborate with the counseling staff to develop strategies to support all students.
• attend all faculty and employee meetings and school masses, serve as a student Advisor, fulfill other faculty duties, and maintain good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports and responses to parents’ inquiries.

The desired candidate

• holds at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in a pertinent field.
• has taught at the middle school or secondary level and has knowledge of pedagogy and instruction as well as flexibility and strong organization and presentation skills.
• has prior experience in independent schools, with a strong background in instruction.
• is capable of teaching all levels of the subject, demonstrating a mastery of current pedagogy.
• has outstanding leadership skills.
• is exceptionally capable in both written and oral communication.
• is technologically savvy
• demonstrates proven success at working collaboratively in educational leadership.
• is passionate about the chosen field of study.
• An ability to learn and articulate the mission and values of the school and embrace the Benedictine heritage of the academy is paramount.

Salary

• Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Medical benefits including health, dental, and vision are available. A retirement plan is available.

Application

Interested candidates should send a résumé, a list of references, and a cover letter addressed to Ms. Cheryl L. Goetz, Assistant Head of School for Academics, to cgoetz@subi.org. Applications will be considered until all open positions are filled.

About Subiaco Academy

Subiaco Academy is a Catholic, Benedictine, college-preparatory day and boarding school for boys in grades 7-12. The Academy, founded in 1887 by Benedictine Monks, sits on the grounds of Subiaco Abbey in the Arkansas River Valley at the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains in Logan County, Arkansas. We see Christ in each student as we guide him in his response to God, aid the development of his known and hidden talents, and foster his growth into manhood.

Application

Interested candidates should send a résumé, a list of references, and a cover letter addressed to Ms. Cheryl L. Goetz, Assistant Head of School for Academics, to cgoetz@subi.org. Applications should be received by April 4, 2022 for full consideration.

The desired candidate

• holds at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in a pertinent field.
• has taught secondary English/Language Arts and demonstrates knowledge of pedagogy and instruction as well as flexibility and strong organization and presentation skills.
• has prior experience in independent schools, with a strong background in instruction.
• is capable of teaching all levels of the subject, demonstrating a mastery of current pedagogy.
• has outstanding leadership skills.
• is exceptionally capable in both written and oral communication.
• is technologically savvy
• demonstrates proven success at working collaboratively in educational leadership.
• is passionate about the chosen field of study.
• An ability to learn and articulate the mission and values of the school and embrace the Benedictine heritage of the academy is paramount.