New York, New York
Posted: 07-Nov-25
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $67,500 - $100,000
Categories:
Required Education:
Internal Number: 1398
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to building a community that is anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Full-Time
Position: Middle School Social Studies - Grades 7 and 8
Reports to: Middle School Division Head and Department Chair
FLSA: Exempt, full-time
Salary Range: Prorated, based on an annualized salary of $67,500 - $100,000, commensurate with education and experience
The Middle School Social Studies teacher will join a highly collaborative, innovative, and experienced faculty. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in middle school education and the ability to relate and communicate effectively and appropriately with middle school female students.
Responsibilities:
- Teach 7th Grade Social Studies: comparative study of ancient Athens and New York City.
- Teach 8th Grade Social Studies: American History. Both courses develop students' understanding of history from multiple perspectives and use primary sources to enhance students' analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Provide academic support for students outside of class time by answering homework questions and consulting with them as needed.
- Attend department and faculty meetings.
- Support the students and division by covering homeroom, study halls, lunch duties, and other assignments as needed
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Undergraduate history major
- Master’s degree. History, social science, or teaching major preferred
- Previous teaching experience preferred
- Candidate should be open to STEM collaboration and be comfortable with using technology and various scientific tools to enhance students’ learning
- Proficiency with current educational technology, especially blended learning platforms and strategies.
- Knowledge of, appreciation for, and demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-bias education, multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communications skills
- Positive team player with a desire to contribute and share your gifts and talents with the students and administration of the school
It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital and partnership status, citizenship status, caregiver status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, height or weight, predisposing genetic characteristics, criminal history, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local law (collectively referred to herein as “Protected Classifications”).
In addition to the Protected Classifications set forth in this EEO Policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, pre-employment marijuana testing, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law.
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