Kingswood Oxford is seeking a full-time Middle School Dramatic Arts teacher who is passionate, innovative, and collaborative – an educator who models a growth mindset and is committed to equity-focused pedagogy. In addition to having a strong educational background and teaching experience in acting/theater, debate, and public speaking, successful candidates will be technologically savvy, have experience with curriculum design, and model best teaching practices.

Optimal teaching candidates at Kingswood Oxford embody the following standards of excellence that demonstrate a commitment to our community:

• Fosters a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for students
• Embraces KO’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Creates a culture of learning
• Maintains professional credentials
• Engages authentically in KO’s faculty growth program

Curricularly, successful candidates should have a background in teaching Public Speaking and Acting. Successful candidates will integrate real-world applications, student choice, and community/industry connections to enhance their curriculum’s relevance and impact.  Experiences or expertise in musical theater, drama, public speaking and debate are also important.  Successful candidates must be comfortable teaching all students in the middle school and have experience writing, editing and preparing formal speeches. 

The position involves multiple parts:

• Teach Introduction to Theater to all 6th graders
• Teach Public Speaking to all 7th graders
• Teach Advanced Public Speaking Elective to 8th graders
• Teach Acting Elective to 8th graders
• Direct 8th-grade fall play
• Steward the 8th-grade Speech program
• Direct, guide, and coordinate the all-Middle School Musical
• Be a Middle School Advisor

Kingswood Oxford School Equal Opportunity Employer and Anti-Discrimination Statement

KO actively seeks to attract and welcome a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff, including differences in race, color, religion, nationality or ethnic origin, gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation. At KO, we believe that a diversity of ideas and perspectives enriches our community and improves our understanding. We continually work to increase equity and access within our learning community and seek candidates who are similarly committed to this work. If you would like to join us in this work, we welcome your application. More information can be found at https://www.kingswoodoxford.org/

Kingswood Oxford School provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, political belief or activity, status as a veteran, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The Strategic Vision:

 Kingswood Oxford is a transformative day school, located in West Hartford, CT  that engages students in real-world and interdisciplinary learning opportunities by expanding the classroom beyond our campus and partnering with people and institutions in the Greater Hartford area. Our signature educational approach develops compassionate collaborators, active problem-solvers, and ethical citizens who lead and serve in the wider community.

More information can be found at https://www.kingswoodoxford.org/

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to jobopenings@kingswoodoxford.org.

About Kingswood Oxford School

Mission Kingswood Oxford inspires students to excel and to lead lives of integrity and involvement by nourishing their talents in a community of teachers, friends, and families. Core Values Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and respect Learn with passion and perseverance Embrace intellectual curiosity Care beyond self Take personal responsibility Work hard, take risks, become involved Motto Vincit Qui Se Vincit - “One Conquers By Conquering Oneself” Strategic Vision Statement Kingswood Oxford is a transformative day school that engages students in real-world and interdisciplinary learning opportunities by expanding the classroom beyond our campus and partnering with people and institutions in the Greater Hartford area. Our signature educational approach develops compassionate collaborators, ethical problem solvers, and active citizens who lead and serve in the wider community. Located in West Hartford, Connecticut, Kingswood Oxford is a coeducational, independent day school for motivated students in grades 6-12. KO actively seeks to attract and welcome a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff, including differences in race, color, religion, national...ity or ethnic origin, gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation. At KO we believe that a diversity of ideas and perspectives enriches our community and improves our understanding. We continually work to increase equity and access within our learning community and seek candidates who are similarly committed to this work. If you would like to join us in this work, we welcome your application. More information can be found at https://www.kingswoodoxford.org/ To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to jobopenings@kingswoodoxford.org. Kingswood Oxford School provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, political belief or activity, status as a veteran, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. A quick note about COVID and the 24-25 school year. Kingswood Oxford has worked hard to establish and maintain health and safety protocols that allow students to learn in person. Courses are taught on campus and a COVID-19 vaccine mandate (with certain exemptions) is in effect for both students and staff.

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