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About the Position: Harlem Academy is seeking a passionate, dynamic, and nurturing middle school history teacher starting August 15, 2025. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background and the ability to create a warm, supportive, and challenging classroom environment. This role requires excellent teaching skills and the ability to foster meaningful relationships with students and their families while supporting their growth academically and socially.

The middle school history teacher will teach demanding courses that require students to read challenging primary and secondary sources and clearly express their ideas in writing and discussion to prepare them for rigorous high school environments. The teacher will collaborate continuously with faculty, contribute to a positive school culture, and participate in ongoing professional development. The role offers opportunities to participate in the broader life of the school community and contribute to extracurricular activities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging U.S. and world history lessons aligned with Harlem Academy’s mission and values.
• Foster an environment where students are encouraged to take risks, solve problems, and develop critical thinking skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, providing individualized support as necessary.
• Use various assessment tools to measure student progress and provide meaningful feedback to students and their families.
• Implement advisory curricula that supports students’ personal and academic development and builds an understanding of Harlem Academy’s School Creed.  
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth transitions and continuity in learning, especially as students move between grade levels.
• Maintain strong communication with parents through regular updates, conferences, and feedback.
• Integrate technology in meaningful ways to enhance learning and foster collaboration.
• Participating actively in the school community, including attending faculty meetings, and school events and contributing to extracurricular activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Education or a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Experience in using best practices to teach and support middle school students.
• Digital literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Classroom.
• Passion for working with children and a commitment to the mission of Harlem Academy.

Why Harlem Academy? Harlem Academy is committed to providing students and staff with an inclusive, supportive, and growth-oriented environment. Our teachers are passionate about their subjects and work closely with students to help them realize their full potential, both in and out of the classroom. This is a unique opportunity to significantly impact young learners' health and wellness while being part of a dedicated team that is working to change lives through education.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and references to wbeller@harlemacademy.org , kcastro@harlemacademy.org, and vdotoli@harlemacademy.org. In your cover letter, please explain why you are passionate about teaching middle school history and how you would contribute to the mission of Harlem Academy.

Harlem Academy is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all students and staff.

About Harlem Academy

Harlem Academy is an independent school (grades K to 8) that drives equity of opportunity for promising students, guiding them to thrive at the highest academic levels and one day make a mark on the world. By combining selective admissions, full-need scholarships, and a rigorous curriculum, Harlem Academy propels traditionally overlooked students to the top echelons of academic performance. We measure our success and our students’ success with the same metric: the extent to which each child is meeting his or her potential within an advanced academic environment.

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