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Russian Teacher

Buckingham, Browne & Nichols School - Cambridge, MA,

We are seeking a full-time Russian teacher. Primary responsibilities include teaching Four (4) Russian
classes [Levels I-IV] and coordinating our ongoing exchange program with our sister school in Moscow,
Russia which was established in 1988.

About BB&N:
BB&N, a coeducational day school in Cambridge, MA, was established in 1974 by the merger of two independent schools, the Buckingham School and the Browne & Nichols School, founded respectively in 1889 and 1883. The Russian program, one of the oldest in the U.S., was started in 1956. Located on three separate campuses, we work as one School in pursuit of excellence. We celebrate the diversity of our community, which enriches our daily experience. At BB&N we foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep concern and respect for others.

Skills and Competencies:
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Russian who can play a musical instrument or enjoys leading a Russian singing group. Bachelors degree required, masters preferred and at least two years' full-time teaching experience, preferably in independent schools. In addition the ideal candidate
will demonstrate the following:

• Ability to engage students to converse in Russian in and out of class
• Time commitment and active leadership and involvement in supporting and promoting rich heritage and traditions of the Russian program
• Fluency of a second acquired language
• Excellent writing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues
• Ability to coach and/or sponsor a significant activity
• Comfort with the independent school setting and involvement
• Understand and exhibit high standards of professional conduct
• Warmth, sense of humor, and tact

To Apply:
Please visit http://www.bbns.org/careers/3443 where you will see link to Job Posting Notice for this
position. After opening Job Posting Notice, in right hand corner below How to Apply click on Apply for
this job online. Note: your online application as a single Word document should include resume, cover
letter, personal statement & reference list.

Online Application Format:
When uploading your application documents, it is important that this be done as one single Word
document which contains: cover letter, resume, personal statement, & reference list. (Please do not
submit any documents in PDF format.)

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,
creed, age, gender, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any non-job related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage
candidates of color to apply.

Posted on February 01, 2011.