Job Title: Upper School English Faculty

Department: Upper School

Reports To:  Upper School Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

On-Site: Yes

When Needed: 2026-2027 School Year Semester 1 (September 16-December 18)

FTE: Part-time (.2 FTE)

Pay Range: $19,400-$35,400

Who Thrives at Bush

You find joy in working with students and alongside a passionate, thoughtful community of educators. You believe deeply that learning is most powerful when it is experiential, and when students learn by doing, exploring, and reflecting, rather than simply being told what to know and remember. You are invested in the growth of children as whole people, supporting their curiosity, sense of purpose, and capacity to contribute meaningfully to their communities, both within and beyond the classroom. You are a lifelong learner who welcomes both support and challenge, and you are excited by the opportunity to continue developing your craft in a collegial, reflective environment. You are energized by contributing your skills and ideas, making a meaningful impact, and being part of something larger than yourself.

Who We Are

Founded in 1924 and located in Seattle’s Madison Valley neighborhood, The Bush School is an independent school serving students from Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade. Bush offers a rich, intellectually engaging program grounded in experiential learning, designed to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities. Our curriculum challenges students to think deeply and creatively, preparing them to thrive in future endeavors while remaining rooted in the school’s longstanding core values.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community in which every individual can say, “I belong.” We seek educators and staff who are passionate about their work, highly skilled in their practice, and who bring a wide range of perspectives and experiences to our community. We believe deeply in the role education and diverse learning environments play in advancing equity, inclusion, and a shared sense of responsibility for one another.

Position Summary/Overview:

The Upper School (9-12^th grade) English Faculty will be responsible for teaching two sections of 10th grade English for one semester as a long-term leave replacement for a current faculty member. They will also serve as an advisor to an existing group of 10th through 12th grade students. The group meets once a week, and occasionally participates in other community events together. 

General Responsibilities:

• Establishes a positive and engaging classroom culture focused on learning. ? 
• Will teach existing American Literature curriculum as part of English 10 teaching team 
• Effectively differentiates, utilizing a variety of instructional methods to meet the needs of all learners.   
• Communicates effectively, providing timely feedback to students and families.  ? 
• Enthusiastically engages in professional development while staying aware of current educational research and best practices.  
• Reflects and adjusts teaching practices based on self-reflection, feedback from others, and the accurate assessment of student work.  ? 
• Collaborates with school counselors and learning specialists to plan lessons, curriculum, materials, and resources to effectively serve students with different learning profiles and mental health needs.  
• Prioritizes an environment of inclusion, respect, and rapport in the classroom.   
• Attends and chaperones school-related events outside the scheduled school day. 
• Participates actively and with curiosity in school/division/department/committee meetings on Wednesdays until 5:15 pm, as well as student community gatherings during the school day. 
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree, with an emphasis in English and/or education-related area from a four-year college or university required.   
• Master’s Degree in English, education, or related field preferred.  
• 3+ years of combined teaching experience required.  

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Familiarity with current learning theories and basic principles of human growth and development and ability to consider them in the design and implementation of learning experiences.  ? 
• Knowledge of current trends and research in learning and assessment. ? 
• Ability to effectively manage classroom dynamics to create a positive and productive learning environment for all students.   ? 
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program. ? 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ? 
• Ability to maintain confidential information.  ? 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a variety of teams. ? 
• Possible travel (field trips).  ? 

Additional Requirements: 

• Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date) 
• Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings 
• Stamina: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, manage long days, and support body with core muscles. 
• Fine Motor Skills: Using hands to grasp, move, or assemble small objects (e.g., papers, writing). 
• Sensory: Clear hearing to distinguish sounds and vision to see differences in color, shade, brightness. 
• Ability to sit and keyboard for up to 8 hours per day & lift up to 30 pounds (file boxes).

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this

classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all

duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. As an

adaptive organization, responsibilities can and will change in alignment with greater efficiencies and

mission metrics.

HOW TO APPLY 

Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the “About Bush” tab) for additional information/instructions.

If you are interested in working at The Bush School, but this position doesn’t fit your talents, please visit our website for additional openings: www.bush.edu. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information.  In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.

*This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship. 

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