English and History Teacher in Black Studies and Queer Studies - 2021/2022 School Year

Who we are:

Founded in 2012, the Episcopal School of Los Angeles is an independent, college-preparatory day school serving grades six through twelve. Forty percent of our students’ tuition expense is made possible through donor-funded scholarships. This is a nearly unparalleled commitment in the L.A. independent school landscape, which allows ESLA to recruit and enroll an uncommonly diverse student body that reflects the vibrant character of our city—bright, dedicated students from all walks of life. Our model is founded upon the belief that the best educational tool for any young person is the collaboration and camaraderie of peers from different backgrounds—peers who have stories and perspectives to share, the stuff of life that simply cannot be gleaned from a textbook.

We’re looking for:

ESLA is seeking a teacher who will serve as a member of both the English and history departments and who will teach courses in both Black Studies and Queer Studies.  

The ideal candidate has some or all of the following characteristics: 

• A commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Robust knowledge of history, contemporary literature, and theory—especially queer and trans feminism and Black radical theory.
• Demonstrated success in meeting the needs of ethnically, culturally, socioeconomically, and linguistically diverse students. 
• Experience designing curricula that can connect historical events, developments, and ideas to events in our city and the world.
• Eagerness to design textbook-free lessons and experiences using primary resources.
• Strong interest in the multiple perspectives that inform—and complicate—historical narratives.

Responsibilities:

• Courseload: 5-6 sections 
• Semester 1: Black History, Black Literature, plus an elective.
• Semester 2: Queer History, Queer Literature, plus an elective.
• Electives will be designed in consultation with the Dean of Academics and should fall under the broad umbrella of Queer and Black Studies, but the faculty member will be allowed significant freedom in choosing content and designing syllabi.
• Preparation of course materials, and assessments, both working from existing curricular frameworks and through the development of new materials.
• Participate in an after-school (3:30-5:30 p.m.) program one day a week (sports, clubs, performing arts, academic support, etc.).
• Willingness to serve as an advisor to a small group of students.
• Attend regular community gatherings, including, but not limited to, meetings, Chapel, lunch, and major Feast Days.