Maryvale, a Catholic independent girls' school serving grades six through 12, affiliated with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, provides an environment in which each student can reach her academic, spiritual, physical and civic potential in a loving, supportive and diverse community. Building upon its unique and special heritage, Maryvale's mission is to provide an exceptional education that responds to change and prepares young women for life.
At Maryvale, we are committed to a community where students, faculty, and staff are valued and feel a sense of belonging. We honor each person's sacredness; thus, our community's diversity enriches our learning environment. Inclusion and belonging, per the Hallmarks of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, provide a comprehensive experience where students value themselves and respect the humanity of all people. Therefore, we aim for excellence and dignity in our hires.
Maryvale Preparatory School is seeking a full-time Upper School Social Studies Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. This is an exempt, full-time, 10-month position. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for teaching and have a proven record of teaching social studies to high school students.
Responsibilities include:
Teach 9th grade Global Studies, and a combination of other core social studies including Modern World History and/or U.S. History.
Serve as an Advisor in the student Advisory Program
Participate in the school community with other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will possess:
Bachelor’s Degree required in a Social Studies discipline including History, Geography, Government/Political Science, Anthropology, Sociology
Ability to develop curriculum from a variety of sources that engages students in active learning
Experience working in an independent school setting preferred
Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and parents
Eagerness to embrace the mission and values of Maryvale and our connection to the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur
Commitment to equity and inclusion and have experience working with a diverse student population
Commitment to single gender education for young women
Genuine enthusiasm, personal warmth, and high energy level
Additional Requirements:
Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment
Subject to a Child Protection Services screening prior to employment
Subject to a MSDE Employment History Review screening for Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct
Maryvale is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse community that represents a variety of experiences, skills, and perspectives.
All Maryvale employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, employee assistance program, wellness initiatives and incentives, a 403b matching program, life insurance, school lunch benefit and other ancillary benefits.
Please send résumé and cover letter to Human Resources, 11300 Falls Road, Lutherville, MD 21093 or email to employment@maryvale.com.
Maryvale, a Catholic independent girls’ school serving grades six through 12, affiliated with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, provides an environment in which each student can reach her academic, spiritual, physical, and civic potential in a loving, supportive, and diverse community. Building upon its unique and special heritage, Maryvale’s mission is to provide an exception education that responds to change and prepares young women for life.
At Maryvale, we are committed to a community where students, faculty, and staff are valued and feel a sense of belonging. We honor each person's sacredness; thus, our community's diversity enriches our learning environment. Inclusion and belonging, per the Hallmarks of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, provide a comprehensive experience where students value themselves and respect the humanity of all people. Therefore, we aim for excellence and dignity in our hires.
Maryvale is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse community that represents a variety of experiences, skills, and perspectives.
All Maryvale employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, ...employee assistance program, disability, wellness initiatives and incentives, a 403b matching program, life insurance, school lunch benefit and other ancillary benefits.
Please send résumé and cover letter to Human Resources, 11300 Falls Road, Lutherville, MD 21093 or email to employment@maryvale.com.