High School Teacher of Philosophy

Classification: In-service to In-service (i2i), 0.4 FTE, exempt

Reports to: Head of High School and Department Chair of History

University School of Nashville is seeking a high school Philosophy teacher with experience and expertise in teaching introductory level Philosophy. A full list of our History offerings is viewable in the course catalog on our website. This is a part-time position for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include teaching two sections of Philosophy (a semester-long elective for 11th and 12th graders) and participating collegially in meetings and initiatives of the History department and of the high school faculty.

USN has a deep commitment to equitable and just community spaces. Candidates should be knowledgeable of research on how implicit biases in race, ethnicity, gender identity and socioeconomic class can shape curricula and pedagogy, classroom culture, and student outcomes. Candidates should be able to translate that knowledge into demonstrable actions that promote equitable and just teaching and learning.

The School

University School of Nashville is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational day school with enrollment of 1,080 students kindergarten through twelfth grade. In 1915, the George Peabody College for Teachers opened Peabody Demonstration School (PDS), USN’s predecessor, which earned acclaim for its curriculum and faculty. In 1974, Peabody College announced plans to close PDS, and a group of parents, alumni, students, and teachers reconstituted and re-chartered the school as University School of Nashville.

USN’s midtown location adjacent to Vanderbilt University and its Peabody College for Teachers reminds us each day of our beginnings 110 years ago in the demonstration school culture of innovation and educational best practices. It’s a vibrant educational community for both students and teachers in the midst of a dynamic city.

In the USN community, students expect much of each other, and faculty benefit from that high standard. We seek educators who are enthusiastic about their own learning to complement their teaching, and we offer many opportunities for professional growth. USN is committed to creating an institutional environment that mirrors the cultural and ethnic composition of greater Nashville. USN encourages a diverse applicant pool and provides equal employment opportunities for employees and job applicants.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in subject matter

At least three years of teaching different levels of courses

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

An appreciation for high school students, and experience in a diverse school community.

History/Philosophy teachers at USN ask students to read closely and carefully, understand and interpret text, and express themselves through writing- analytical, creative, and personal; teachers ask students to encounter a variety of perspectives and voices, genre and form, in the texts included in our classrooms. Similarly, teachers facilitate classroom spaces that feature direct instruction, discussion, group work, and student presentations, all as means to invite students into the exploration and conjecture necessary for reading, writing, thinking, and communicating in today’s world. Moreover, we create environments that underscore the importance of effective written and verbal communication.

USN has a deep commitment to equitable and just community spaces. Candidates should be knowledgeable of research on how implicit biases in race, ethnicity, gender identity and socioeconomic class can shape curricula and pedagogy, classroom culture, and student outcomes. Candidates should be able to translate that knowledge into demonstrable actions that promote equitable and just teaching and learning.

Application Process

Those interested in being considered for this position should complete the online application for this position available at www.usn.org/jobs. Applications for this position will be accepted until July 1, 2026.

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