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Upper School History and Economics Teacher

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Saddle River Day School

Saddle River, NJ (In Person)

$72,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/28/2026

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Job Description

Saddle River Day School is seeking a full-time History and Economics teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This position will teach Upper School classes and serve as an advisor to a small group of students.
Responsibilities:
Teach 5 sections of History and/or Economics courses Serve as an advisor to a group of students, providing guidance and support in their academic and personal development Participate actively in the life of the school community beyond the classroom, including contributing to extracurricular programs, events, and committees Demonstrate a passion for history, economics, current events, student success, and real-world learning Effectively be able to manage a classroom and maintain accurate records Collaborate effectively with colleagues to design and implement a student-centered curriculum Connect and work with families to ensure student success Foster a student-centered environment which encourages intellectual risk-taking and innovation Incorporate current educational trends and meaningful technology into classroom pedagogy
Qualifications:
Hold a bachelor's degree in History, Economics, or a related subject (advanced degree preferred) Have experience teaching history or economics courses, preferable at the high school level (other relevant experience will be considered)
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Range:
$60,000 to $85,000 (final compensation will be determined based on experience and education)
Benefits Offered:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching; Life and Disability Insurance Our mission includes developing caring, ethical contributors to society and our teachers strive to provide students with opportunities to explore material and apply learned skills. Our teachers play a key role in curriculum design and work collaboratively with one another both inside and outside of their department to prepare a course of instruction that meets the social, emotional, and academic needs of each individual learner. We are seeking a team member who possesses a growth mindset who can form dynamic relationships with students as well as colleagues based on positivity and collegiality. This position starts August 2026. You can learn more about Saddle River Day School by visiting our website: https://www.saddleriverday.org/