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Upper School English Teacher
Brentwood School
Los Angeles, California
Salary: $72,000 to $120,000
Date Posted: 12/31/2025
 
Job ID: 81800
Position/Title: Upper School English Teacher
Employer: Brentwood School
Department:
Category / Heading #1: Teaching  English 9-12
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Status: FullTime
 
 
Job Description/Responsibilities:

Brentwood School inspires every student to:

Think critically and creatively.

Act ethically.

Shape a future with meaning.

 

BRENTWOOD SCHOOL

Upper School English Teacher

 

Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a full-time Upper School English teacher, to begin in August of 2026. Brentwood seeks individuals from independent, public, private, or charter schools, with experience in teaching literature and composition to high school-age students. It is expected that a successful candidate would:

        Teach four sections of Upper School English

        Serve as an advisor to a group of students

        Make English meaningful and relevant by inspiring students

        Communicate thoughtfully with students (and parents as necessary)

        Revise, plan, and implement new curriculum in conjunction with other members of the English department

        Utilize educational technology throughout instruction and coursework

        Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs

        Create an environment that fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view

        Engage professional and personal development with a consistent commitment to growth

        Perform additional duties and participate in the life of the school by advising a club, chaperoning events, supervising at lunch, and attending student activities

In addition, a candidate should possess the following personal qualities:

        Strong collaboration skills and cultural competence

        An interest in and openness to professional growth and development

        Commitment to fairness and to fostering community 

        A sense of humor, warmth of personality, and energy

        Flexibility

While being vaccinated for COVID-19 is not required, it is strongly recommended.

COMPENSATION: Brentwood School's diverse and talented faculty ranges widely in experience level, from those new to teaching to veterans who are experts in their respective disciplines with 30+ years of experience. Our salary range, of $72,000 to $120,000, includes all levels of experience. Salaries are determined based on years of experience, education, full- or part-time status, and number of months worked per school year. Salary ranges do not include benefits i.e. 403b retirement matching, paid lunchtime, free breakfast and lunch, free parking, subsidy toward medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D plans, and generous time off. The pay range is an estimate and is not guaranteed. If hired, your actual base salary will be determined by your education, experience, and schedule.

For more Information about our school, please visit our website, www.bwscampus.com.

Apply online.

https://bwscampus.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/dc0282aa-f6a3-2b9c-aedf-f4998298144e/apply?source=3599148-CS-50022

 
 
Minimum Degree: BA
Certification Required: No
Minimum Experience: 1-3 Years

 
Qualifications:

        Teach four sections of Upper School English

        Serve as an advisor to a group of students

        Make English meaningful and relevant by inspiring students

        Communicate thoughtfully with students (and parents as necessary)

        Revise, plan, and implement new curriculum in conjunction with other members of the English department

        Utilize educational technology throughout instruction and coursework

        Engage and support students of varied identities, lifestyles, and beliefs

        Create an environment that fosters open discussion with the freedom to express varied points of view

        Engage professional and personal development with a consistent commitment to growth

Perform additional duties and participate in the life of the school by advising a club, chaperoning events, supervising at lunch, and attending student activities
 
Tuition Remission: Yes
Spend for Graduate Study: No
Relocation Assistance/Allowance: No
Support/Sponsor Work visas to overseas candidates: No
ON Campus Housing: No
OFF Campus Housing: No
 
 
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Deadline:
Open Until Filled
 
Contact Info

https://bwscampus.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/dc0282aa-f6a3-2b9c-aedf-f4998298144e/apply?source=3599148-CS-50022