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High School Social Studies Teacher (2026-2027 SY)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Winthrop, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
17 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Position Title: Social Studies Teacher(2026 - 2027 SY)
Description:
The High School Social Studies Teacher provides learning experiences in Social Studies and helps each student develop an understanding of historical events civic responsibilities cultural perspectives and the connections between past and present. The Social Studies Teacher fosters critical thinking inquiry analysis of primary and secondary sources and informed participation in a democratic society. The teacher motivates students to engage in meaningful discussions evaluate diverse perspectives and apply social studies concepts to real-world issues. The High School Social Studies Teacher reports to the principal.
Duties:
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Provides learning experiences in Social Studies guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning inquiry collaboration and active participation. Monitors students understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction materials or assessments when appropriate;
- Evaluates implements and refines instructional strategies including the effective use of technologies primary sources research discussion-based learning and other available resources to increase student learning engagement critical thinking and confidence;
- Encourages students to analyze historical and current events evaluate multiple perspectives develop evidence-based arguments and understand the role of individuals and communities in shaping society;
- Demonstrates appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning by creating an inclusive classroom environment that values diverse experiences and viewpoints;
- Maintains and improves professional competence through attendance at professional development events collaboration with colleagues and self-generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for re-certification;
- Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department building and school district attending all faculty and committee meetings as required and district-wide committees as needed;
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in History/Social Science 8-12 by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education;
- Meets all Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education standards for Highly Qualified Teacher;
- Bachelors Degree Masters preferred from an accredited college or university in History Social Studies Education or a related field;
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing to children and adults;
- Commitment to remain current in content knowledge historical scholarship civic education and effective teaching strategies;
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.
Required Experience:
IC
