History Teacher, 80% position, Fall 2025
Job Description:
Maybeck High School, a small, independent, college-preparatory high school in Berkeley, seeks a history teacher for the 2025–2026 academic year. The History Teacher will teach 1–2 sections of our year-long 9th grade World History as well as 2–4 sections of semester-long History/Humanities/Social Science electives or 1–2 year-long sections of U.S. History. Each class meets three times weekly from late August through May. Classes in our recent programming include Women’s Movements in the 21st Century, LGBT+ History, History of the Black Artist, History of Social Justice Movements, Revolutions and Media, Sociology of Cults, and many more. We support teachers to teach classes in their discipline that align with their passion and expertise.
Maybeck values experiential education, beginning and ending the year with all-school camping retreats, holding two weeks of immersive learning “Special Programs” in March, and engaging students in a range of elective activities on the weekends. We are looking for applicants who are interested in working with students in and out of the classroom; in teaching student-centered history courses that allow students to take ownership of their learning. Applicants should have demonstrated excellence in developing courses and teaching history to bright, creative, engaged students, as well as experience differentiating their curriculum to reach all learners in the classroom.
Maybeck’s Mission:
We are a vibrant community dedicated to learning, where all forms of diversity can flourish amid mutual support, respect, and responsibility. Through our small classes, high expectations, academic excellence, and programs outside the school, students prepare for college and acquire the tools to engage actively and creatively in the wider world.
For more information about Maybeck High School, visit maybeckhs.org
Typical responsibilities of Maybeck employees include:
Work independently or with another staff member to design and/or run a 10-day intersession course in the spring semester; some programs are local and during school hours; others travel regionally and internationally.
Attend our all-school camping trips: a 3–4-night cabin camping trip in August and a 2–3 night tent camping trip in May.
Meet with an advisory of 6–8 students for 25 minutes weekly.
Participate in staff meetings, committees, and other school events
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree
Relevant teaching experience
Ability to collaborate on teams and a desire to engage in a school with a deep commitment to democratic processes, where teachers contribute to all areas of school life, leading and serving on administrative committees.
In-depth knowledge of and expertise in various historical eras, regions, and themes, and ability to teach critical thinking and analysis of historical sources.
Ability to engage and build rapport with students of diverse backgrounds, skill levels, and learning needs and styles
Experience and commitment to incorporating anti-bias practices within the classroom.
Willingness to collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and parents to support student learning and growth.
A commitment to ongoing professional development
Maybeck High School is an equal opportunity employer. A teaching credential is not required for this position.
Position Details:
Annual salaries are commensurate with experience and degrees earned.
This 80% position includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, FSA/HSA, life insurance, and a 401K with generous employee match.
The salary scale at 80% is $64,841–$99,282.
Master’s Degrees earn an additional $800, PhDs: $1,600.
Maybeck encourages and provides financial support for various professional development opportunities based on the teacher's interests.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your information here.
Please include:
Your resume
Contact information for three recent references
A cover letter explaining your interest and fit for the role
Applications are due by Wednesday, April 30