Oakland, California
Charlotte, North Carolina
New York, New York
Posted: 03-Mar-26
Location: Oakland, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $82,674 - $116,823 DOE
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Bishop O’Dowd High School Social Studies Teacher (2026 - 2027 School Year)
Potential Salary: $82,674 - $116,823 DOE & placement on BOD Faculty Salary Scale
Location: Oakland, CA
Bishop O’Dowd Mission/Charism
Mission: Bishop O’Dowd High School is a Catholic college-preparatory community, guided by the teachings of Jesus Christ, that educates its diverse student body to build a more just, joyful and sustainable world.
Charism:
Finding God In All Things Calls Us to:
Community in Diversity
Strength of Character
Academic Excellence
Kinship With Creation
Social Justice
Joy
Social Studies Teacher Job Summary
In anticipation of potential teacher openings, Bishop O’Dowd High School is seeking excellent candidates for our high school Social Studies teacher pool for the 2026 - 2027 academic year. If positions are available, they will be full-time positions, teaching five sections each semester and participating in the O’Dowd community.
The successful candidate will be able to skillfully teach high school level social studies. Experience teaching AP courses in government and/or economics is strongly preferred.
The teacher will have a commitment to bringing diversity, equity, and inclusion into their teaching practice, a demonstrated interest in Catholic education, and knowledge of educational technology.
Other responsibilities may include teaching electives, maintaining regular office hours, supporting student co-curricular activities, and collaborating regularly with colleagues. Teachers at Bishop O’Dowd High School are responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an appropriate instructional program in alignment with Bishop O’Dowd High School’s charism. The individual in this position will collaborate most closely with their respective department team, ensuring consistency across grade-levels and content areas. Teachers are also expected to work with counselors to ensure whole-student support and success while maintaining open and engaging lines of communication with guardians and families.
Social Studies Teacher Job requirements:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and are in accordance with school standards
- Observe and evaluate student progress, using data and appropriate technology to differentiate instruction or adjust teaching strategies
- Maintain accurate records on student progress, providing timely and appropriate feedback
- Work outside the normal schedule periodically in order to collaborate with colleagues
- Maintain restorative practices in accordance with the rules of Bishop O’Dowd High School
- Participate constructively and actively in department, school, and parent meetings and relevant professional development
- Establish a classroom culture that is built on strong teacher-student relationships and allows for risk-taking
- Articulate and skillfully promote equity and justice work as well as anti-bias and anti-racist teaching and learning practices
- Provide appropriate accommodations to students with learning differences.
- Utilize technology to facilitate classroom instruction and student learning
- Demonstrate a drive to grow professionally and an openness to feedback from both peers and supervisors
- Foster strong collegial and student relationships across diverse backgrounds
- Support the Catholic mission and charism of the school
- Work with pride and enthusiasm as a member of the O’Dowd community
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Additionally, all personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, salary requirements and three references through the posting on our Career Center.
Pre-employment background screening is required for all positions.
For more information on Bishop O’Dowd High School, please see our website at: http://bishopodowd.org.
Bishop O’Dowd High School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment policies and procedures. It follows the Diocese of Oakland's policies prohibiting illegal harassment, retaliation or discrimination. However, as a Roman Catholic high school with a stated mission, goals and objectives that clearly reflect the teachings and educational philosophy of the Diocese of Oakland, Bishop O’Dowd High School reserves the right to require all current and prospective employees to commit to carry out their duties and responsibilities in a manner that clearly and unconditionally demonstrates support of and respect for the school’s mission and Catholic identity. Persons who in good conscience are unable to agree to this commitment should not seek or accept employment at Bishop O’Dowd High School. As a faith-based institution, we reserve the right to use religion as a criterion in hiring decisions, as permitted by law, as it relates to performing essential job duties.
Social Studies Teacher Qualifications:
- Demonstrated passion for social studies education and a dedication to helping all students reach their full potential
- Evidenced knowledge of and experience in the subject area, culturally responsive teaching, and social-emotional learning
- Knowledge of and experience with educational technology tools
- Proven ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Ability to foster a safe, inclusive, equitable, and joyful learning environment
- Nuanced understanding of DEI from a personal and/or professional perspective
- Proven success collaborating with colleagues and innovating practices
- Relevant teaching credential and/or master’s degree preferred
- Experience teaching relevant AP or IB courses preferred
- Bachelor’s degree required