The Pingry School · 18 hours ago
Sophomore Seminar Teacher
Basking Ridge, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $110K/yrThe Pingry School is a prestigious K-12 independent day school known for academic excellence. They are seeking an adaptable educator to teach the Sophomore Seminar, focusing on practical life skills and ethical frameworks essential for modern students.
EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Teach four sections of the Sophomore Seminar each semester, following the established pacing guide and learning objectives
Lead units on foundational budgeting, debt management (credit scores, loans), understanding taxes, and long-term investing strategies like compound interest
Facilitate discussions on ethical frameworks such as Utilitarianism and Deontology, applying them to real-world dilemmas in finance and technology
Guide students in evaluating digital sources for bias and critically engaging with Generative AI through prompt engineering and hallucination recognition
Introduce core technology concepts, including internet architecture, cybersecurity (MFA, VPNs), and algorithmic logic
Instruct students on interdisciplinary research methods and mentor them through a semester-long project that solves a real-world problem
Serve as an advisor to a group of students, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development
Fulfill an additional “plus one” requirement (e.g., coaching, club leadership, or community service)
Collaborate cross-departmentally on the development and execution of a dedicated Spring Intensive course
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Education, Finance, Philosophy, Technology, or Interdisciplinary Studies) is required
The ability to pivot between teaching personal finance, ethical theory, and modern digital literacy with enthusiasm and clarity
A deep-seated commitment to cultivating a culture of belonging where every student feels seen and valued
The interpersonal skills necessary to build a supportive community and work collaboratively with the Seminar teaching team and the broader faculty
Proficiency in Google Suite and an interest in the ethical use of Generative AI in an academic setting
The ability to work within a new program and provide constructive feedback as the inaugural team refines the course
Preferred
An advanced degree
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement plans with employer matching
Life and disability insurance
Tuition remission for employees' children
Access to wellness and professional development resources
Company
The Pingry School
The Pingry School provides education from kindergarten thru grade 12.
Founded in 1861
201-500 employees
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Funding
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Growth StageLeadership Team
Olaf Weckesser
Chief Financial & Operating Officer
Serena Lin
Founder of the Pingry Thrift Store
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