Social Studies Teacher - Academy of the Holy Cross - Kensington Maryland
Social Studies Teacher - Academy of the Holy Cross - Kensington Maryland
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$ 65000 - 75000
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Job Description
The Academy of the Holy Cross a Catholic college preparatory school sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross since 1868 is dedicated to educating young women in a Christcentered community which values diversity. The Academy is committed to developing women of courage compassion and scholarship who responsibly embrace the social spiritual and intellectual challenges of the world.
The Academy is currently hiring an experienced and passionate Social Studies teacher for theschool year.
This is a full time role and will report to the Chair of the History and Social Studies department.
This position pays $65000 to $75000
All faculty and staff must demonstrate a commitment to the Core Values of the Academy: community Catholic identity academic excellence educating the whole person tradition diversity leadership singlesex education environment and communication.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach World History and Advanced Placement (AP) History courses with potential opportunities to teach additional courses and electives.
- Demonstrate effective classroom management skills to create a studentcentered and engaging learning environment
- Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with departmental curriculum and objectives.
- Use diverse instructional strategies to provide to support students of varying ability levels.
- Evaluate student progress through assessments maintain accurate records and provide constructive feedback.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues to align course pacing major assessments and curricular development
- Incorporate appropriate educational technology into the teaching environment
- Maintain professional competence through professional development and inservice activities
- Contribute to departmental initiatives and participate in schoolwide academic review processes
- Serve as an advisor and engage in additional schoolrelated duties as needed
- Potential opportunities to supervise afterschool activities base on interest and institutional needs.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
- Bachelors Degree in History Social Studies Education or a related field required
- Masters Degree in History Education or a related field preferred
- Minimum of three years of high school teaching experience preferred
- Demonstrated expertise in teaching World History and Advanced Placement (AP) History courses
- Strong communication organization and collaboration skills
- Flexibility in adapting to changing schedules and school needs
- Enthusiasm for teaching in an allgirls Catholic school setting
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Experience teaching additional Advanced Placement (AP) courses such as Comparative Government and Politics
- Interest in interdisciplinary teaching opportunities
- Background in diverse educational experiences such as research methods or specialized social science fields.
- Commitment to fostering a learning environment that reflects diverse perspectives and histories
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to
Employment Type
Full-Time
