2026-2027 Global Studies & Creative Writing Elective Teacher

MS Elective Teacher- Global Studies/Creative Writing

Santa Fe South Middle School Santa Fe South Charter Schools
Oklahoma City OK 190196 Day Contract (195 days for new teachers; 190 days for returning teachers)

About Santa Fe South Schools

Santa Fe South Charter Schools (SFS) is a free public charter network that has served the south side of Oklahoma City for more than 20 years. Rooted in the communities we serve SFS is committed to providing a challenging student-centered education that prepares scholars to thrive academically socially and emotionally.

Guided by a belief in the potential of every student Santa Fe South emphasizes strong instruction meaningful relationships and the development of life skills self-confidence and social responsibility. Our schools work in close partnership with families to ensure students are equipped to succeed in high school college careers and an ever-changing global society.

About Santa Fe South Middle School

Santa Fe South Middle School is Santa Fe Souths original and largest middle school serving students in grades 68. Located in a beautifully reimagined space at Crossroads Mall the school reflects Santa Fe Souths commitment to innovation community and opportunity.

In recent years Santa Fe South Middle School has made significant gains in academic growth and proficiencydriven by a collective commitment from staff and leaders to excellence collaboration and professional growth. The school earned a full letter-grade increase on the state report card and is currently rated a B school. Team collaboration is strong expectations are high and there is a shared focus on helping all students grow academically and personally.

Position Overview

The Global Studies & Creative Writing Teacher at Santa Fe South Middle School plays an important role in helping students expand their thinking deepen cultural understanding and strengthen authentic writing skills across disciplines.

This established elective position continues the work of a long-standing program and offers an opportunity for a thoughtful educator to build upon a strong foundation while bringing fresh ideas and energy to the classroom. The teacher will design engaging learning experiences that help students explore global cultures and perspectives while developing writing as a tool for communication reflection and expression.

These courses are designed to:

• Develop students creative and analytical writing abilities across multiple genres (narrative argumentative reflective journalistic and creative).
• Deepen understanding and appreciation of diverse countries cultures histories and perspectives.
• Foster global awareness through meaningful projects and discussion.
• Empower students to use writing as a tool for expression empathy and impact.
  
  

Unlike many core academic courses at Santa Fe South this elective allows for meaningful instructional creativity. The selected teacher will continue and refine course structures while developing engaging units and signature learning experiences aligned with Santa Fe Souths expectations for rigor engagement and measurable student growth.

This role is ideal for an educator who values both structure and creativity someone who can honor the legacy of a successful program while continuing to strengthen and evolve it.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Design and implement engaging elective courses focused on global studies and writing.
• Teach writing as both craft and communication emphasizing voice structure revision and purposeful expression.
• Introduce students to global cultures perspectives and issues through project-based and discussion-based learning.
• Develop meaningful projects and authentic learning experiences that connect classroom learning to the wider world.
• Create opportunities for students to present publish and showcase their work.
  
  

Student Growth & Achievement

• Set and uphold high expectations for both academic performance and character.
• Provide frequent actionable feedback that strengthens student writing and critical thinking.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction to ensure measurable growth.
• Foster curiosity empathy and global awareness in students.
  
  

Culture & Collaboration

• Build a classroom culture rooted in respect voice and intellectual risk-taking.
• Implement consistent classroom routines and expectations aligned with school-wide systems.
• Develop strong relationships with students and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen literacy and interdisciplinary connections across the campus.
• Engage fully in coaching cycles lesson planning and professional learning aligned with Santa Fe Souths commitment to continuous growth.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree
• Strong writing background and demonstrated ability to teach writing effectively
  
  

Preferred

• Teaching experience in a K12 classroom setting
• Background in English Social Studies Global Studies or related field
• Experience with project-based learning
• Experience facilitating student collaboration or cross-cultural exchanges
• Demonstrated success growing student achievement

Required Experience:

IC