2023-24 Middle School Social Studies Faculty
Job Description
About Gulliver Preparatory School
Established in 1926 by Arthur Gulliver in Coconut Grove, Gulliver was likened to the prestigious academies of the northeast and initially attracted families who wintered in Florida. In late 1953, Marian Krutulis purchased the school. A pioneer in education, Mrs. Krutulis envisioned Gulliver as grand home where both students and teachers would feel part of a caring, inspiring family of learners. Over the course of 25 years, she relocated the school to Coral Gables, built an upper school for high school students in Pinecrest and achieved ‘Blue Ribbon School of Excellence’ designation by the US Department of Education. In 2000 Gulliver became a non-profit. Today, Gulliver Preparatory School serves approximately 2,200 students in Grades PK-12 on three campuses. Despite its significant growth over the last 60 years, Gulliver still upholds Marian Krutulis’ vision to maintain the physical and social-emotional health of its students and trains them to become people of integrity in everything they say and do.
Job Summary
Gulliver Prep’s Middle School Campus is currently seeking a full-time Social Studies faculty to join the Social Sciences department in the upcoming 2023-24 school year. The primary teaching role for this position will be seventh grade Ancient Civilization and will likely include sections of another course depending on the candidate's experience. The department offers fifth grade Early American History, sixth grade United States History, eighth grade Global Studies, and a number of social studies elective courses on Law & Economics and Model UN.
Candidates should be excited to work with a small group of students as an advisor and deliver lessons in social-emotional learning as well as serve as a club sponsor. Courses may be part of our EDGE program, which offers a highly structured, small classroom setting for students who need support with executive functioning. Candidates should also be adept at incorporating technology in the classroom and embrace 21st century teaching methods.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in History, Education or related field
- 3-5 years teaching experience, preferably with middle school aged students.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Level II Fingerprint Screening(s), and Drug screen.
Gulliver is deeply committed to the principles of equity and diversity and seeks to create an inclusive community for all faculty and staff. Gulliver is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace.