Upper School History Teacher -- One-Year Leave (2026-27)

The Rivers School — a 6-12 co-ed independent day school in Weston, MA, just outside Boston — seeks professionals who are looking to join a dynamic, innovative, and welcoming school community. This one-year leave upper school history position for fall 2026 will consist of teaching four sections and possibly contributing to the co-curricular life of the school through coaching or club mentoring. The position will begin with opening professional community meetings at the end of August 2026 and run through June 2027. The ideal candidate will possess a commitment to personal growth and professional development as a teacher of history, research, and writing, as well as the ability and desire to collaborate effectively with colleagues regarding curriculum and pedagogy. A team-first attitude, a sincere care for student wellbeing, and a commitment to advancing the school's DEI mission are also essential qualities for a successful Rivers teacher. Candidates for this position should have strong organizational skills and at least two years' experience teaching history (preferably at the high school level). A bachelor's degree in History or a related field is required; a master's degree in History, education, or a related subfield is preferred. Rivers encourages interest from candidates who will enrich the diversity of identity, experience, and perspectives among our professional and school community. We recognize that skilled and innovative individuals follow a variety of pathways in life, and we enthusiastically invite applications from those who may have experience that meets our qualifications in non-traditional ways. Rivers offers BIPOC affinity, LGBTQ+ affinity, and white allyship spaces for professionals, as well as institutional professional development to support and enrich our work around equity and access. In addition to mentorship from the Department Chair and Dean of Faculty, all first-year faculty members benefit from a close relationship with a peer mentor and take part in an onboarding program led by the Director of New Faculty Development. Rivers Mission Statement & Core Values History Department Mission Statement Salary range: $70,000 to $115,000 annually