Head of Department: English
British International School of Boston
Massachusetts
- $80,000 - $90,000 per year
- Salary:
- Competitive, dependent on experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 10 August 2026
- Apply by:
- 30 April 2026
Job overview
British International School of Boston is a leading international school committed to providing a high-quality education based on the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). We foster a supportive and dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking, creativity, and global awareness.
We are currently seeking a Head of Department: English to join our High/Secondary School team. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator to lead the English and Literature department, guiding curriculum development and supporting both staff and students in achieving academic excellence within the IB DP framework.
Position: Head of Department - English
Department: English and Literature
Subject: English
Education Stage: High/Secondary School
Curriculum: IB Diploma Programme (IB DP)
Position Type: Teacher
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education, English, Literature or related field (minimum requirement)
- No previous teaching experience required; passion for teaching and leadership potential essential
- Strong understanding of the IB Diploma Programme philosophy and requirements preferred or willingness to learn quickly
- Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents
- Ability to inspire student engagement through innovative teaching methods
- Organizational skills necessary for managing departmental responsibilities including curriculum planning
Values and Attitudes:
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning community
- Enthusiasm for continuous professional growth as both teacher and leader
- Dedication to promoting critical thinking, creativity, cultural awareness, and ethical values among students
- Positive attitude towards teamwork with openness to feedback
- Passionate about nurturing student potential academically as well as personally
If you are eager to contribute your energy toward shaping young minds in an internationally minded school environment while developing your leadership career in education, we encourage you to apply. Join British International School of Boston where we prepare future leaders through excellence in education.
About British International School of Boston
- British International School of Boston
- 416 Pond Street, Boston
- Massachusetts
- 02130
- United States of America
The British School of Boston provides high quality education in a structured, positive and caring environment designed to meet the individual needs of pupils. The school community draws strength from both its British identity and its American home. It welcomes all nationalities, engenders respect for all cultures, and a sense of discipline is naturally achieved. The British School of Boston offers a challenging, broad curriculum based on the National Curriculum of England, and focuses on the development of the whole child, aiming to equip every pupil with the essential skills for lifelong learning.
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