English / Humanities Teacher
Canterbury School
New Milford, CT (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary Canterbury School seeks an English teacher for employment beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year. Candidates must enjoy working with adolescents and possess an exceptional work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a sense of humor. The successful candidate will hold a degree in English or a closely related field, have experience teaching secondary-school English, and be able to teach a range of high school courses, including AP English Language and Composition and/or other Advanced Placement English courses. Candidates who can also contribute to Canterbury's broader humanities curriculum through the teaching of history and/or theology courses are especially encouraged to apply. As a boarding school, Canterbury seeks educators who are eager to engage fully in the life of the community. The position includes participation in extracurricular activities and may include coaching and/or dormitory responsibilities. How to Apply Résumé and letter of interest should be forwarded to Dean of Faculty Wright Danenbarger, 101 Aspetuck Avenue New Milford, CT 06776 or emailed to wdanenbarger@cbury.org . NOTE This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. Canterbury School, in the treatment of employees and applicants for employment, is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. To learn more about Canterbury's efforts to maintain a diverse and inclusive community, please visit our website .