Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Cardinal Newman School is a Catholic middle and high school whose mission is to provide an academically rigorous Christian education to young men and women from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. We challenge our students to embrace truth, pursue academic excellence, act with integrity, lead courageously, work for justice, and engage in generous service. We are a community where every student is known, the dignity of all is appreciated, and apparent and potential gifts are developed in mind, body, and spirit. CNS is accredited and has a long history of providing excellent college preparatory education to both Catholic and non-Catholic students.

Description:

Cardinal Newman School of Columbia, South Carolina is accepting applications for a dependable middle school Social Studies teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. Course levels will include college preparatory and honors classes in middle school-level world history. The teacher’s responsibilities include developing students' critical thinking, problem-solving skills and employing various instructional strategies to ensure that all students are challenged to progress towards mastery of complex concepts. Outstanding candidates can apply what they have learned to real-life situations and can successfully teach students with different interests and aptitudes. New teacher orientation will take place on August 4th

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Understanding the curriculum and developing long range plans, lesson plans, and teaching methods that will help students master the required content.
• Preparing and delivering lessons that meet the three-dimensional learning expectations of the standards.
• Flexibility to teach multiple courses as student needs arise
• Preparing appropriate and varied assessments that assess students both formatively and summatively.
• Ensuring appropriate resources and consultation times are available to students.
• Ensuring that appropriate educational needs are met for all students.
• Proficiency in classroom management.
• Maintain strict records of student attendance, participation, homework, lab work and test results.
• Attending staff and parent meetings, conferences, workshops, and other continuing education programs.
• Handling various administration functions, which include updating student records, verifying student accommodations are implemented, and keeping track of tools, and equipment.
• Ensuring a safe, healthy classroom environment where learning can take place.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in History or a related discipline, although a master’s or above is preferred.
• Teaching certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of inquiry-based instruction is recommended.
• Excellent interpersonal, as well as written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Strong multitasking skills.
• We do not offer Visa assistance.

To apply, please submit a resume, official or non-official college transcript, and the contact information for two references (references will not be contacted until after an interview) to hr@cnhs.org. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Private school
• Religious school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching certificate (Preferred)
• United States Visa (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbia, SC 29223 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, SC 29223: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000