About the Bard Early Colleges
Through a tuition-free, engaging college program in the liberal arts and sciences with robust supports, the Bard Early Colleges help high school students, particularly those at risk of not completing postsecondary education, access, afford, and complete college prepared to contribute to the workforce and civic life. Students are taught by college faculty in seminar classes; they receive up to 60 college credits and an associate in arts (A.A.) degree from Bard College, concurrently with a high school diploma. The Bard Early Colleges begin preparing students for college work as early as the 9th grade and offer ongoing guidance and academic supports. Now in its third decade, the Bard Early College network of campuses serves over 3,300 students in campuses in Lower Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and in Queens, New York; Newark, New Jersey; New Orleans, Louisiana; Cleveland, Ohio; Baltimore, Maryland; and in Washington, DC. Since 2003, Bard College has awarded more than 5,500 A.A. degrees to its early college students.
Position Objectives:
Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) Baltimore invites applications for a position in our Literature Department, starting in the fall of 2026. The successful candidate will teach American or World Literature courses in our high school program, Seminar sequence courses in our college program, and electives in their area of expertise. All BHSEC Baltimore faculty also participate actively in the life of the school, advising students, serving on committees, or sponsoring extracurricular activities.
Number of expected hires: 2
Location: Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) Baltimore, 2801 N. Dukeland Street, Baltimore, MD 21216
Start Date: August 2026
Job Type Full-time
Compensation: $60,000 -$100,000 (compensation commensurate with experience and based on school district pay scale)
To apply, please upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae / resume, and the names and contact information for three references directly with Bard College by clicking on the “Apply Now” button on the upper right corner on the Interfolio job application link provided here: https://apply.interfolio.com/190166
Questions
Inquiries about this position can be submitted to Arnetta Young at ayoung@bhsec.bard.edu Please indicate (in the subject line of your email) that you are inquiring about the English Literature position.
Bard High School Early College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. Women and members of under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Please see the Bard employee handbook for more information about the employee policies of the College.
This position is contingent upon passing Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) pre-employment screening process and availability of funds. Work authorization in the United States is required for all BHSEC Baltimore faculty positions.
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.
