Position Classification: Part-time, Faculty, Exempt      

Hours: 1-2 40-minute classes daily, M-F. Classes will meet between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Reports to: Head of Middle School

Position Summary: St. Christopher’s School, the largest all-boys school in Virginia and one of the largest and oldest boys’ schools in the Mid-Atlantic region, seeks a dynamic educator with the ability  to teach and lead students in the Chinese curriculum.  

Serving approximately 1,000 boys in Grades JK-12 in Richmond, Virginia, St. Christopher’s is an Episcopal school committed to cultivating a community that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming. We pride ourselves on bringing out the best in every boy. Our boys benefit from an education and curriculum that is holistic, including academics, the arts, athletics, and service learning. The St. Christopher's experience is further differentiated by a strong emphasis on our Community Pillars—honor & integrity, the pursuit of excellence, and community & brotherhood.  

Principal Responsibilities:

• Teaching a Chinese 1 class (depending on enrollment there is a chance this would be two sections)

• Attending department and faculty meetings and all-school professional development meetings, including the Curriculum Institute at the end of the school year occurring every four years
• Creating a positive classroom environment in which all boys feel known and valued
• Planning and preparing lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Delivering individual, whole-group, and small-group instruction as appropriate 
• Assessing student progress using a variety of formal and informal data collection tools and methods and providing feedback in a timely manner
• Managing student behavior in accordance with best practices for teaching boys

• Communicating in a timely and efficient manner with parents, as appropriate

• Staying abreast of best practices for teaching boys

While the position is part-time, there is an opportunity to add additional responsibilities to grow the role

• Advising (eight to ten students)
• Coaching or leading a co-curricular activity
• Handling other duties (study halls, recess, etc.) as assigned

Qualifications and Key Skills: 

• Hold at least a bachelor's degree with a strong academic record; a masters degree and teaching certification are preferred, but not required
• A minimum of three years teaching experience is preferred
• Thorough knowledge of the discipline
• Familiarity and ease with integrating technology into the classroom
• An ability to collaborate effectively with members of the department and the Middle School faculty to enhance students’ appreciation and understanding of the Chinese language
• A desire to introduce multiple perspectives and a diverse set of backgrounds as they pertain to the topics and lessons
• A commitment to St. Christopher's mission, Community Pillars, policies, and initiatives
• A commitment to best practices in education, as articulated in the School’s Teaching Excellence Document, and a dedication to best practices for boys, as espoused by the St. Christopher’s Center for the Study of Boys
• A clear commitment to diversity, community, and inclusion in school communities, as expressed in the St. Christopher's Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to circulate among students in a classroom setting 
• Must be able to move from classroom to classroom and from building to building as assigned or required by classroom assignment and activity of the day
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally required to work in poor weather conditions such as temperature, precipitation, and wind during recess and carpool duty

How to Apply: 

We only accept applicant resumes through our online portal, which you can access here. Once you select the "Apply Now" button, it will take you through the prompts to complete your application and upload your resume, cover letter and other required documents.

Application deadline is open until filled. 

About St. Christophers School

Established in 1911, St. Christopher’s School, is a JK-12 all boys school in Richmond, VA. With over a century of rich history in the education of boys, St. Christopher's has the reputation as a national and international leader in the education of boys. Our work with the International Boys’ Schools Coalition and our very own Center for the Study of Boys, support the Second Century Vision, which states that we will be a global leader in understanding boys, engaging and teaching them effectively, and developing in them the strength of character, wisdom, and life skills required to succeed in college and to make a positive impact as leaders in a rapidly changing world. The School's single campus location consists of 43 contiguous acres and 23 buildings with over 300,000 square feet. St. Christopher's is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) and holds membership through the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES), and the International Boys' Schools Coalition (IBSC). St. Christopher's School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, col...or, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, or disability. Mission Statement: St. Christopher’s School knows, loves, and celebrates boys, promotes their pursuit of excellence, and prepares them for lives of honor and integrity, service, and leadership.

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