Description
Established in 1922, The Stony Brook School is a co-educational, Christian college preparatory boarding and day school serving grades 7 -12. Located on a beautiful 55-acre campus on Long Island's North Shore in New York, we are internationally recognized for our commitment to academic excellence and authentic Christian faith. Our talented student body represents diverse faith backgrounds from across the country and around the world, creating vibrant opportunities for impactful ministry.
We are seeking a full-time History & English Faculty member to join our team beginning in the 2025–26 school year beginning in August 2025. This 10-month faculty position includes a competitive benefits package with school-provided housing.
Position Summary:
The History & English Faculty is a mission-driven Christian educator who will inspire students through rigorous exploration of literature, writing, and historical inquiry. The ideal candidate is an experienced teacher with a vibrant Christian faith who values the integration of faith and learning, believes the humanities are pathways to truth, goodness, and beauty, and seeks to form students as critical thinkers, skilled communicators, and faithful disciples. This flexible position offers opportunities to teach across multiple humanities disciplines within our Christ-centered boarding school community.
Primary Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will have:
- Flexibility to teach multiple classes in English, History, or Humanities at the middle and high school levels
- A demonstrable and vibrant Christian faith
- High energy and enthusiasm for working with adolescents, and strong ability to connect with students from diverse backgrounds
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency with educational technology and ability to integrate AI thoughtfully into classroom instruction
- Experience with differentiated instruction, particularly in block scheduling
- Strong collaborative skills for working within teaching teams
- Ability to engage effectively with students, families, and the school community
- Commitment to professional development and lifelong learning
- Willingness to contribute to residential school life, including evening and weekend duties, coaching, chaperoning, study hall supervision, and community meals
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for contributing to dormitory leadership; candidates with a strong interest in residential life are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in English, History, Education, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
- A vibrant and demonstrable Christian faith, committed to mentoring students spiritually and intellectually within a Christian worldview
- Strong alignment with The Stony Brook School's historic mission of integrating faith and learning
- Proven excellence in communication and effective teaching practices
- Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within our Christian community
- Willingness and enthusiasm to actively participate in residential school life through advisory, dormitory, supervision, or co-curricular involvement
Compensation & Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits include high-quality medical, hospital, and dental coverage with no premium costs. The School pays 100% of premiums, while employees pay only minimal co-pays and a modest deductible.
- An excellent 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with immediate 100% vesting. Faculty contribute 5% of their salary, and the School provides a generous 7.5% match, resulting in a total annual retirement contribution of 12.5%.
- School-paid Group Term Life, Long Term Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment policies
- Supplemental Vision coverage and additional group term life insurance are available through payroll deductions.
- Relocation assistance is available to help defray moving costs through a moving reimbursement program.
- Three meals a day are provided while school is in session for you and your family.
- Free on-campus housing, including utilities and maintenance, is available. Faculty are encouraged to contribute to the broader residential life and co-curricular community.
- Additional benefits include professional development opportunities, tuition remission, generous paid leave, and access to athletic facilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity: In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at The Stony Brook School will be based on merit, qualifications, experience, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, genetic predisposition, and any characteristics protected by law.
