History Teacher
Part-Time Upper School Teaching Position for Fall 2026
THE POSITION
We are seeking a part-time history teacher in the Upper School beginning in fall 2026. Responsibilities include teaching, participating in curriculum development and design, and contributing to the life of the Upper School.
Devoted to intellectual inquiry, a collaborative spirit of learning, and an appreciation for the diversity of human experience, The Park School of Baltimore is a community founded on positive expectations of our students and respect for individual differences.
We cultivate children’s innate curiosity by nurturing their interests and engaging them as active participants in their own education.
We support young people in becoming confident questioners and responsible citizens of the world.
The Park School is a non-sectarian, independent, gender inclusive day school of 803 students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Founded in 1912 as one of the early progressive schools, The Park School continues to practice a distinct educational philosophy. The core values today, as in 1912, are a belief in children’s capacity to love learning, to grow academically and emotionally when inspired by highly qualified, caring teachers, and to develop self-discipline, confidence, and creative problem-solving skills through deep exploration and constant challenge. At every grade level, from Pre-Kindergarten through Upper School, Park actively encourages questioning and conversation as essential elements of the learning process. The school philosophy emphasizes a belief in positive expectations and expects that students, as they mature, will take increasing responsibility for their own learning.
QUALIFICATIONS
For all Park School positions, quality of mind and a passion for teaching and working with students are essential qualifications. While new faculty come from a variety of independent and public school backgrounds, commitment to the assumptions of progressive education is essential. We also seek teachers who will tend to student’s diverse academic, emotional, and social needs. Finally, we seek teachers who will engage fully in this professional role, as our curriculum develops over time. In terms of academic and work experience, we seek candidates who have:
- A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in history, or a closely related field.
- Experience teaching history in a classroom setting at the high school level.
- Orientation to progressive philosophy and teaching methods.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, in a variety of contexts.
- Demonstrated experience and/or openness with technology that support current best practices.
- Commitment to ongoing conversations about professional growth and to considering the study and practice of history from different perspectives.
- Candidates from diverse backgrounds and/or who have experience in cultural competency work are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Openness to cross-divisional teaching preferred.
Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated passion for teaching history. Top candidates will also have experience teaching active, student-centered classes.
HISTORY DEPARTMENT STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The Park School history department considers the ultimate goal of historical study at the secondary level to be the formation of attitudes and skills that enable students to understand the world around them so that they can constructively participate in a democratic society. We encourage young people to recognize the non-objective nature of information and to take time to seek out and compare alternative contentions in arriving logically at personal positions concerning the key issues of their world.
The emphasis in course organization is generally on historical problems. Assignments include a discriminating analysis of both primary sources and secondary interpretations. We employ a variety of readings and teaching techniques to stimulate and develop effective self-expression, both written and oral. Basic historical research skills are taught in required courses, culminating in a major research project each year.
SALARY
Park’s job requirements differ, with some positions requiring no experience, while others require years of expertise. Our salary range is from $51,500 to $82,500 and is based on factors such as years of experience, qualifications, full-or part-time status, and schedule. If selected for the role, your salary will be determined by your experience and qualifications. Our compensation package also includes a number of benefits.
BENEFITS
Park offers eligible employees a range of benefits, including a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions; medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents; Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts; disability and parental leave; and paid time off. An Employee Assistance Program and other wellness resources are available to all employees.
This position is expected to be part-time. Benefits eligibility depends on scheduled hours and employment classification. Employees working at or above applicable eligibility thresholds (for example, 0.5 FTE for certain health benefits) may qualify for some of the benefits described above, in accordance with plan terms and school policy.
Certain benefits, including tuition remission, are available only to employees in benefits-eligible full-time roles who meet applicable service requirements.
Specific compensation and benefits eligibility will be confirmed at the time of offer.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates are asked to send a letter of interest, personal statement, résumé, and completed employment application (found here) via email or US mail. Please also indicate whether there are any special circumstances that will affect the timing of your search, availability for interviews, and decisions for the coming year.
CONTACT
Priscilla Morales, Associate Head of School
The Park School
2425 Old Court Road
Baltimore, MD 21208
[email protected]
The Park School of Baltimore does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, ancestry, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or any physical or mental disability unrelated to a reasonable performance of an employee’s duties.
