National Cathedral School serves 599 students in grades 4 through 12. Faculty and staff are curious intellectually, flexible, and collaborative, and they view education as an engaging vocation. Our students are engaged, fun, and kind, and they love to be challenged and viewed as confident individuals. Faculty and staff maintain a lively conversation about the meaning of an excellent education, an interest in pedagogy, and innovative uses of technology. As an Episcopal school, NCS welcomes people of all backgrounds and faiths while maintaining a close identity with Washington National Cathedral's commitment to being a house of prayer for all people.
National Cathedral School
Washington D.C., DC, USA
National Cathedral School seeks a full-time middle school science teacher to begin in August 2024. Qualified candidates will possess aptitude in the earth sciences or human biology and experience with designing and implementing a STEM curriculum for middle school students. Experience in curriculum development and assessment is required, as the department is engaged in curriculum review. Candidates should have experience with and a deep appreciation for middle school students. A bachelor’s degree is required, a master’s degree is preferred.
NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
NCS science teachers utilize a student-centered pedagogy and a laboratory-based science curriculum that makes extensive use of technology. Teachers are expected to be on campus from 7:45 a.m. until 3:45 p.m. Responsibilities include teaching, serving as an advisor for a group of 8-10 students, attending regular department, division, and faculty meetings, and working closely and collaboratively with grade-level colleagues. Additional duties may be assigned. Salaries are competitive, based on experience and include a full benefits package including professional development.
All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.
Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment in Word or pdf format with “Full-time Science Teacher” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@cathedral.org
Full Time
National Cathedral School seeks a full-time middle school science teacher to begin in August 2024. Qualified candidates will possess aptitude in the earth sciences or human biology and experience with designing and implementing a STEM curriculum for middle school students. Experience in curriculum development and assessment is required, as the department is engaged in curriculum review. Candidates should have experience with and a deep appreciation for middle school students. A bachelor’s degree is required, a master’s degree is preferred.
NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
NCS science teachers utilize a student-centered pedagogy and a laboratory-based science curriculum that makes extensive use of technology. Teachers are expected to be on campus from 7:45 a.m. until 3:45 p.m. Responsibilities include teaching, serving as an advisor for a group of 8-10 students, attending regular department, division, and faculty meetings, and working closely and collaboratively with grade-level colleagues. Additional duties may be assigned. Salaries are competitive, based on experience and include a full benefits package including professional development.
All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.
Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment in Word or pdf format with “Full-time Science Teacher” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@cathedral.org
National Cathedral School
Washington D.C., DC, USA
National Cathedral School seeks a full-time elementary physical education teacher and middle and high school coach beginning August 15, 2024. The successful candidate can expect to teach the required Lower School physical education classes (grades 4-6) as well as coach three seasons of Middle School (grade 7-8) and Upper School sports (grades 9-12) with a preference for coaching experience in soccer.
Teachers in the physical education department at NCS are committed to a student-centered pedagogy, skill development, and the positive benefits of experiences outside of the classroom. The successful candidate must be able to teach fundamental, age-appropriate motor skills and concepts combined with a variety of sport specific skills. Sportsmanship, teamwork, and lifelong habits for a healthy, active lifestyle are the foundation of the physical education curriculum.
NCS is looking for an enthusiastic and positive candidate with the experience and knowledge to guide our programs forward. Salaries are competitive and based on experience. The position includes a full benefits package, including professional development opportunities. Qualified candidates hold a bachelor’s degree (physical education, kinesiology, or nutrition and health preferred) and have pertinent teaching as well as playing and/or coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.
All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.
NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson and/or practice plan that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment in Word o r pdf format with “Physical Education teacher/coach” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@cathedral.org
Full-time
National Cathedral School seeks a full-time elementary physical education teacher and middle and high school coach beginning August 15, 2024. The successful candidate can expect to teach the required Lower School physical education classes (grades 4-6) as well as coach three seasons of Middle School (grade 7-8) and Upper School sports (grades 9-12) with a preference for coaching experience in soccer.
Teachers in the physical education department at NCS are committed to a student-centered pedagogy, skill development, and the positive benefits of experiences outside of the classroom. The successful candidate must be able to teach fundamental, age-appropriate motor skills and concepts combined with a variety of sport specific skills. Sportsmanship, teamwork, and lifelong habits for a healthy, active lifestyle are the foundation of the physical education curriculum.
NCS is looking for an enthusiastic and positive candidate with the experience and knowledge to guide our programs forward. Salaries are competitive and based on experience. The position includes a full benefits package, including professional development opportunities. Qualified candidates hold a bachelor’s degree (physical education, kinesiology, or nutrition and health preferred) and have pertinent teaching as well as playing and/or coaching experience at the high school or collegiate level.
All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.
NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson and/or practice plan that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment in Word o r pdf format with “Physical Education teacher/coach” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@cathedral.org
National Cathedral School announces a search for a semester-long position in the History/Social Sciences Department of its Upper School (grades 9 through 12) beginning August 2024 through January 2025. This position is a commitment to teach a full-time schedule of grade-nine Modern World History and grades eleven and twelve United States History as well as serve as academic advisor to a small group of upper school students. Primary-source driven, our curriculum focuses on the development of students’ analytical thinking, critical reading, and persuasive writing skills. We seek candidates who have experience teaching at the high school level. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor’s degree in history or geography; a Master’s degree is preferred.
Teachers are expected to be on campus from 7:45a.m. to approximately 4:00p.m. Responsibilities for this position include collaboration and full participation in a schoolwide social sciences department to ensure excellent scope and sequence. Other responsibilities include participating in regular department, division, and faculty meetings, supervising one or more study halls, and serving as a homeroom advisor. NCS offers a competitive salary and a full benefits package, including professional development opportunities.
All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.
NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment, in Word or pdf format, with “ US Social Sciences Teacher ” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@cathedral.org .
Temporary
National Cathedral School announces a search for a semester-long position in the History/Social Sciences Department of its Upper School (grades 9 through 12) beginning August 2024 through January 2025. This position is a commitment to teach a full-time schedule of grade-nine Modern World History and grades eleven and twelve United States History as well as serve as academic advisor to a small group of upper school students. Primary-source driven, our curriculum focuses on the development of students’ analytical thinking, critical reading, and persuasive writing skills. We seek candidates who have experience teaching at the high school level. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor’s degree in history or geography; a Master’s degree is preferred.
Teachers are expected to be on campus from 7:45a.m. to approximately 4:00p.m. Responsibilities for this position include collaboration and full participation in a schoolwide social sciences department to ensure excellent scope and sequence. Other responsibilities include participating in regular department, division, and faculty meetings, supervising one or more study halls, and serving as a homeroom advisor. NCS offers a competitive salary and a full benefits package, including professional development opportunities.
All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.
NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.
Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment, in Word or pdf format, with “ US Social Sciences Teacher ” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@cathedral.org .
