What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upper School Social Studies Teacher position at Community School of Naples?
Job Description
Job Description
Community School of Naples (CSN), an independent college preparatory school, is currently seeking a talented, collaborative and inspiring Upper School Social Studies teacher to start on August 6, 2025.
Teaching responsibilities will focus on a variety of high school history courses, with possibilities to include AP Psychology, AP US History, and additional electives.This full-time position would teach five classes a day with an average class size of 14-16 students. Experience coaching history clubs like Model UN, Harvard Model Congress, and / or Mock Trial is helpful, since most history teachers are expected to coach a competitive team.
CSN is one of the top independent, non-sectarian day schools in Florida and maintains a PK-12 school enrollment of 1000 students. CSN students are consistently top-ranked when compared to all other Southwest Florida high schools when it comes to test scores, extracurricular activities, and college acceptances.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in history or social science is required; Master’s preferred.
- At least three years of teaching history at the high school level.
- To support our Global Scholars and AP Capstone initiatives, experience in teaching the skills of research and analytical writing is preferred.
- Prior independent school experience is preferred.
- Possess highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to handle conversations with students, parents, and colleagues with tact, diplomacy and grace.
- Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, high-stakes environment.
- Commitment to participating in professional organizations, conferences, subject-related competitions, etc.
Compensation and Benefits
This appointment is for the 2025 / 2026 academic year starting with orientation on August 6, 2025, and is paid on an annual salary commensurate with experience, degree attainment, and qualifications. This position is eligible for CSN’s competitive benefit package, which includes medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b) retirement program with a generous match, Aflac, and Legal Shield offerings. Additional benefits include generous time-off (academic recesses and summer) and the use of the school’s state-of-the-art recreational facilities. Complimentary breakfast and lunch are served on all school days. Please visit our website for more details about the benefits of a career at CSN.
