Faculty - American / World Literature (Bard High School Early College Manhattan)

Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) Manhattan invites applications for a literature faculty position beginning Fall 2025. We seek teacher-scholars who are creative in engaging students, and dedicated to working with adolescents. The successful candidate will teach a total of four classes per semester, including college electives in their field of expertise and either 9th grade American Literature or 10th grade World Literature. All areas of specialization considered; specialization in literatures of the Middle East, South or East Asia and Latin America preferred.

This full-time position provides the opportunity to work with a dedicated faculty of scholars, scientists and artists, most of whom hold terminal degrees in their fields. In their four years here, BHSEC students earn an associate of arts (A.A.) degree from Bard College in addition to a New York State high school diploma. The academic program emphasizes small class size, seminar-style discussion and a commitment to teaching a diverse student body in a liberal arts environment.

More information about BHSEC is available here: https://bhsec.bard.edu/manhattan
 

Location: Bard High School Early College in New York City, NY 

Compensation: $65-$90K based on relevant teaching experience and highest degree earned 

Start Date: August 2025 for the Fall 2025 semester, contingent on final budget approval.

Qualifications

• This position is open to experienced teacher-scholars who hold a Master's or PhD in a relevant subject area.
• Experience teaching at both high school and college levels (desired)
• Interest in working with high school age students who are completing a college-level course of study
• We are seeking candidates with a strong commitment to equity and social justice and desire to open up opportunities for underrepresented students
• Candidates must understand cultural difference and purposefully help to uplift ideas from underrepresented groups to improve the equity balance in education

Application Instructions

To apply, please:

1. click: on the “Apply Now” button found through the Interfolio job application link provided here: https://apply.interfolio.com/101121

2. upload:

• a letter of interest (including a description of a proposed course)
• a C.V. / Resume
• Teaching portfolio (including evaluations, teaching philosophy, and a sample writing assignment for one of the proposed courses)
• Contact information for three references

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis . Review of applications will begin immediately and will proceed until the position is filled.  Women and members of under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Inquiries:

If you have any questions about the position, please reach out to Dean of Academic Life, William H. Hinrichs, whinrichs@bhsec.bard.edu.  Include your name and “Fall 2025 Literature Faculty Search” in the subject line.  All application materials must be submitted electronically through the Interfolio job application link provided.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.