Germantown Academy  

We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought • Confident in Expression •

Compassionate in Spirit • Collaborative in Action • Honorable in Deed

Position Title: Upper School English Teacher

Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices.

Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.

We are seeking candidates for a full-time position to join our community beginning August 2025. This is a 10-month position with an excellent array of benefits and a competitive salary.

We are seeking candidates who…

• Hold a BA in English Literature or English Education, MA or PhD preferred
• Have a minimum of 3 years teaching English at the high school level
• Are passionate about working with and supporting upper school-aged students (Grades 9-12)
• Demonstrate a commitment to student-centered learning and a history of open collaboration to teaching and learning and a growth mindset as a teacher and professional
• Possess the cultural competency necessary for working with a diverse population in an equitable and inclusive community; demonstrated history in teaching a culturally responsive curriculum
• Demonstrate the flexibility to use technology in support of student learning and other professional responsibilities
• Communicate well, both in writing and verbally, with colleagues, students, and families
• Model a culture of flexible, continuous learning to challenge and support students

Core Job Responsibilities

This role is a full-time teaching position with the following major responsibilities:

• Teach diverse literature from various cultures, time periods, and genres
• Teach as a member of the 9^th or 10^th grade core teams and partner with colleagues on curricular alignment and design
• Design and teach original seminar courses for juniors and seniors focused on themes, genres, or literary periods
• Passionate and knowledgeable about high school students, literature, and writing; an experienced teacher of close reading and analytical writing skills
• Serve as an Advisor to 10-12 Upper School students
• Be a leader in the school’s co-curricular program in meaningful ways outside the classroom by coaching, leading extra-curricular activities, etc.

About Germantown Academy

Germantown Academy, located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. The Academy, founded in 1759, is a non-sectarian, coeducational, college preparatory school of more than 1,200 students in Grades PK-12, located in the northwest suburbs of Philadelphia on a campus of 126 acres. At Germantown Academy, we are committed to creating a learning environment that is as diverse as the broader, global world of which we are a part. We value this diversity because it makes us a stronger community, enriches our thinking and helps us to develop our collaborative spirit.

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