English Teacher- One Year Position, Seattle Prep

Purpose

Jesuit education, also known as Ignatian education, is an approach to education inspired by the teachings and principles of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), a Catholic religious order. Jesuit education is known for its emphasis on intellectual rigor, moral and ethical development, and the holistic formation of individuals.

Jesuit education is not limited to Catholic students, and our own and many more Jesuit institutions welcome students of various religious backgrounds. The principles of Jesuit education have been influential in the development of a well-rounded, values-based approach to education that extends beyond the classroom and into the broader community.

Seattle Prep seeks a full-time English and Collegio instructor, beginning August 2026. This is a one-year only position and ends in June, 2027.

The Collegio Program at Prep

Collegio is a team-taught, interdisciplinary course and a required part of Prep's freshman, sophomore, and junior curriculum. The Collegio program rests on the premise that intensive, interdisciplinary study of the humanities will enrich students' lives and help prepare them for the challenges of adulthood.

In Collegio, students gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the world by studying history and literature concurrently. As they become familiar with the values and traditions of Jesuit education, they see the roles that people of faith have played in a variety of cultures. The course strengthens academic and personal skills by focusing on reading, writing, critical thinking, and public speaking.

In the Jesuit tradition, all levels of Collegio focus on the student's formation as a leader who is intellectually competent, spiritually alive, open to growth, loving, and committed to justice.

Essential Functions

• Teach English in the Collegio program. Responsible for curriculum development, assessment, classroom management, family communication
• Collaborate with department teachers to ensure consistency and interdisciplinary goals of the Collegio Program
• Engage fully in the life of the school: this includes supervision of students, participation in meetings, retreats, professional development, and all school masses and assemblies
• Fulfill additional supervision duties of full-time teachers (e.g. study hall)

Minimum qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in English or a related field of study, and a minimum of two years of related experience, or a combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job
• All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to Prep's mission and values, especially as it relates to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Supportive of the mission of a Catholic, Jesuit high school and formation of the whole person
• Expertise with a variety of teaching methodologies and ability to teach various courses and grade levels
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with colleagues
• Willing participation in the co-curricular and Campus Ministry aspects of the school
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth
• All employees must complete a criminal history background check and safe environment training upon hire and every 3 years

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in teaching, English, Writing, or related field of study is preferred
• Five or more years of teaching experience, preferably in a high school, is preferred
• Experience with Jesuit, Catholic education is preferred
• Washington State Teaching Credential, or other appropriate certification is preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range

$69,869 - $127,127 annually. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

Our outstanding benefits package includes an allowance of $20,100 annually (pro-rated for part-time employment) that may be applied to benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance and flexible spending account. Employees who do not elect insurance may choose to receive the benefits allowance as supplemental pay.

Tuition remission, generous time off, sick leave, and a school-sponsored medical leave program are also significant parts of our benefits package.

Application Process

Please submit a resume and cover letter online: https://www.seaprep.org/about-prep/employment

Seattle Preparatory School does not discriminate in its employment decisions or practices on the basis of gender, age, race, color, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or any disability which can be reasonably accommodated in the administration of its educational policies and school administered programs.