Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Reports To: Middle School Head; Social Studies Department Chair

Work Schedule: Regular Full-Time Teaching Schedule

POSITION SUMMARY

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School seeks a dynamic energetic and experienced social studies teacher to join a talented middle school faculty in the 2026-2027 school year. At present the teaching assignment will most likely be 6th Grade Geography class but individuals with varied teaching experience (e.g. Civics Ancient History and United States History) are encouraged to apply and will increase the competitiveness of their application. The Middle School Social Studies Teacher will inherit a strong curriculum while being empowered to further develop the course to advance the schools curricular goals and to amplify the teachers passions and addition to teaching duties this individual will take part in the life of the Middle School as an advisor and grade level team member. The Social Studies teacher will also work closely with the MS Social Studies department to ensure a cohesive experience for students over their middle years. This is a full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach social studies to Middle School students as assigned and help design refine and implement a developmentally-appropriate curriculum.
• Maintain a classroom environment that supports engaging instruction.
• Write daily/weekly lesson plans that align with the curricular learning objectives.
• Collaborate with a Middle School grade-level team and as a member of the Social Studies Department to provide a cohesive learning experience.
• Assess and document student work.
• Write individualized conference notes and student reports for each student at required periods during the year and serve as an Advisor.

• Be willing to help plan and chaperone overnight class trips at least once per year.
• Maintain frequent contact with parents via email phone calls and face-to-face interactions.
• Supervise lunch and recess as required.
• Attend and support school events related to admissions athletics and related arts (e.g. concerts theater and class programs).
• Support the Schools commitment to diversity equity and inclusion efforts.
• Participate in professional development activities related to social studies instruction general pedagogy social-emotional topics and instructional technology.
• Supervise students in the classroom and hallways during recess/lunch duties and on classroom field trips.

SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS

The ideal candidate will:

• Have thorough knowledge of social studies content and a well developed pedagogical understanding of active engaged teaching and learning
• Have experience in and ability to teach Geography (ability to teach Civics Ancient World History and/or United States History is also useful)
• Enjoy working with and have a thorough understanding of the specific developmental needs of early adolescents
• Use a variety of assessment techniques and possess strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Demonstrate energy empathy flexibility and a collaborative mindset
• Communicate effectively and maintain an organized classroom
• Support the school by upholding policies and procedures as outlined in the schools handbooks
• Support the Schools Episcopal identity and practices
• Complete required Human Resources training each year (CPR AED first aid mandatory reporting handling of hazardous materials etc.)

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree required; masters degree preferred.
• Experience working with middle school aged children

Working Conditions

• Expansive school campus with 122 acres must be able to travel between buildings independently.
• Frequent walking standing stooping bending may be required throughout the day at various intervals
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

A FINAL NOTE

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to its success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore this position description is designed to outline primary duties qualifications and job scope but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

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