Upper School Engineering Teacher

Kingswood Oxford School

West Hartford, CT

Start date: January 2027

Kingswood Oxford is seeking a part-time Upper School engineering teacher in our math

department who is passionate, innovative, and collaborative – an educator who models a growth

mindset and is committed to equity-focused pedagogy. The ideal candidate brings a deep passion for

interdisciplinary work, the design process of engineering, and helping students find solutions to real

world problems. In addition to having a strong educational background and teaching experience in

engineering, successful candidates will be technologically savvy, have experience with curriculum

design, and model best teaching practices. Candidates should also understand the importance of

involvement in the community, student engagement and empowerment, ongoing professional

development, and authentic collaboration with other faculty and staff to advance the school’s

mission and strategic vision. We welcome applicants with expertise in any of these areas to apply.

Optimal teaching candidates at Kingswood Oxford embody the following standards of excellence

that demonstrate a commitment to our community:

• Fosters a safe, predictable, and supportive environment for students
• Embraces KO’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Creates a culture of learning
• Maintains professional credentials
• Engages authentically in KO’s faculty growth program

Curricularly, successful candidates should have a background in teaching engineering classes

Successful candidates will integrate real-world applications, student choice, and

community/industry connections to enhance their curriculum’s relevance and impact.

Located in West Hartford, Connecticut, Kingswood Oxford is a coeducational, independent day

school for motivated students in grades 6-12. KO actively seeks to attract and welcome a diverse

population of students, faculty, and staff, including differences in race, color, religion, nationality or

ethnic origin, gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation. At KO, we believe that a

diversity of ideas and perspectives enriches our community and improves our understanding. We

continually work to increase equity and access within our learning community and seek candidates

who are similarly committed to this work. If you would like to join us in this work, we welcome your

application.

More information can be found at

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to

[email protected].

Kingswood Oxford School provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color,

sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or

expression, genetic information, ancestry, political belief or activity, status as a veteran, or any other

status protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring,

training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social

and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance

with applicable federal, state, and local laws.