Job Description

Tabor Academy is seeking a compelling and passionate educator for the 2025-2026 academic year to teach core history courses in the History and Social Sciences Department. Year-long surveys in world and United States history are the core graduation requirement and the classes stress historical thinking, reading, writing, and discussion skills. As a residential school, Tabor considers the work of faculty broadly, and we engage students both during and beyond the academic day. Faculty at Tabor can expect to contribute to two seasons in the afternoon athletic and/or cocurricular program and to be responsible for weekly evening, and monthly weekend supervisory duties.

This is full-time exempt faculty position. Housing may be included in the compensation package.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Embrace an initiative-driven faculty culture focused on advancing Tabor Academy’s mission
• Develop and deliver engaging, rigorous lessons aligned with curriculum standards in history and social sciences.
• Foster critical thinking, discussion, and inquiry-based learning through primary and secondary sources
• Encourage students to analyze historical events, contemporary issues, and global perspectives
• Possess an understanding of current teaching pedagogies and adolescent development
• Model flexibility in implementing best learning practices and pursuing success for each student
• Possess a high degree of cultural competency and demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and perspectives
• Demonstrate fluency with academic technology and a willingness to integrate technology into classroom experiences with specific emphasis on AI integration and proficiency
• Enjoy collaborating with colleagues within and across subject areas, and all aspects of school life
• Invest in the community and participate in the lives of our students outside of the classroom
• Convey patience, empathy, enthusiasm, and optimism in their work with adolescents and faculty
• Possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Be self-reflective, able to work independently, and committed to professional growth

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in History
• Preferred: Experience in secondary or post-secondary instruction
• Preferred: Experience working in a residential setting

To Apply

Electronic materials only, please.  If interested, please send a letter of interest and resume to employment@taboracademy.org with “History” in the subject line. 

About Tabor Academy

For nearly 150 years, Tabor Academy has served the Marion, Massachusetts community as a premier coeducation, college preparatory boarding and day school. As the School by the Sea, Tabor offers an uncommonly beautiful setting in which to live and learn for students grades 9-12. The school provides a wide breadth of academic offerings for students to achieve the school’s mission. We invite all interested in learning about the school and our strategic vision to visit the school’s website . 

Tabor Academy is committed to fostering an inclusive community where diversity, equity, and belonging are essential to our mission. Grounded in our values of care, collaboration, curiosity, and courage, we recognize that building a vibrant and supportive environment for students and faculty requires intentional efforts to welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. As such, we seek a diverse applicant pool and encourage candidates who bring varied perspectives, including those who have been historically underrepresented in independent and boarding school settings to apply.

Tabor Academy does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other Academy-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices.

About Tabor Academy

Tabor Academy has a rich history that dates back to 1876 when the school was founded by Elizabeth Taber. Mrs. Taber had a lofty vision for the institution, including building character of young people from across the country. Today, we honor that legacy and embrace an international and diverse student body. Our work is guided by our principles of life-long learning, personal responsibility, and care for others. Here, students are encouraged to take risks and challenge themselves as they prepare to step into the world as global leaders. For nearly 150 years, Tabor Academy has served the Marion, Massachusetts community as a premier coeducation, college preparatory boarding and day school. As the School by the Sea, Tabor offers an uncommonly beautiful setting in which to learn for students grades 9-12. The school provides a wide breadth of academic offerings for students to explore their interests, understand their strengths, and develop their critical thinking and communication skills. Tabor graduates are leaders, adaptable, and exceptionally skilled at navigating the 21st century. Tabor Academy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community informed by the NA ... IS Principles of Good Practice – Equity and Justice. Across all areas of school life, we prioritize practices based on MindBrainEducation research; the relational skills of active listening, empathic understanding, critical thinking, and genuine inquiry; and pursuits that actively seek out and invite in diverse perspectives. At Tabor Academy, students come from all over the United States and over 21 countries to be part of an engaging community. The diverse and inclusive student body welcomes individuals from all races, religions, and economical backgrounds. Located 15 minutes from culturally rich New Bedford, home to the Whaling National Historical Park; stories from when the city was a station on the Underground Railroad and home to Frederick Douglass; a hub for Blue Economy Corridor innovation; seafood from America’s #1 fishing port; and a landscape that attracts sailors, bikers, and golfers, Marion and the Southcoast are teeming with opportunity.

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