HUMANITIES AND WRITING TEACHER in Christchurch

Christchurch School is a co‑ed Episcopal boarding and day school serving grades 9–12. Founded in 1921, it is located on a 125‑acre waterfront campus on the Rappahannock River in eastern Virginia’s tidewater region. The school’s mission is to inspire and guide each student’s pursuit of personal excellence in academics and character so they are prepared for meaningful lives as engaged citizens and community leaders.

Position Overview

Full‑time Humanities Teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year. The role will focus on a comprehensive writing program through a progressive pedagogical lens that uses literature to strengthen writing and rhetoric. Ideal candidates will be collaborative, interested in curriculum development, and embrace a student‑centered approach to teaching and the boarding school model.

Responsibilities

• Implement a progressive writing curriculum that integrates literature.
• Collaborate on curriculum design and pedagogy.
• Lead an advisory group of 7‑10 students.
• Participate in a duty team one evening per week and 5‑6 weekends per year.
• Engage in two seasons of co‑curricular activities (athletics, stage, fitness).
• Support the school's mission and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in English or a related field, or have significant experience teaching English, writing, or rhetoric at the high school level.
• Be passionate about education as a profession and excited to learn or hone the craft of teaching.
• Be realistic and enthusiastic about teaching in a boarding school and instructing college‑bound high school students with a wide range of academic backgrounds.
• Be a U.S. citizen or existing Green Card holder.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to four years of teaching experience, preferably in a boarding or independent school.
• An advanced degree in English, a related field, or education.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to work with a team of teachers and students outside of the classroom on multi‑day field experiences.
• Ability to be mobile around campus and buildings.
• Ability to work at a desk and computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to drive students in a school vehicle.
• Some travel required (mainly for athletic competitions).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The School is an equal opportunity employer. The School provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age, disability, genetic information or any other factor prohibited by applicable law. All aspects of personnel management – including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits, training and working conditions – will be administered in accordance with this policy. Each employee is expected to do their part to maintain a working environment free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

Conditional Offers

An offer of employment for this position is contingent upon the applicant’s right to work in the United States, authorization for and completion of successful background checks as may be requested by the school or required by law.

Compensation & Benefits

Christchurch School offers a competitive compensation package for this full‑time position with benefits to include health plan options, retirement benefits, tuition remission for dependents, professional development, networking opportunities, and on‑campus housing.

Contact

Please submit an electronic resume and a letter of interest to teach@christchurchschool.org. You can also visit this link for more details about the position and working at Christchurch School.

Christchurch School 49 Seahorse Lane Christchurch, Virginia 23031 804.758.2306