What are the responsibilities and job description for the US Social Studies Teacher position at Upper School?
We're seeking a passionate Social Studies educator to join our Upper School faculty at Fort Bend Christian Academy for the 2025-26 academic year. The ideal candidate will create engaging learning environments that foster critical, historical thinking and deep conceptual understanding. Courses may include but are not limited to World History, US History or Social Studies Electives.
What Makes You an Ideal Candidate:
- A demonstrated ability to teach high school social studies
- Experience creating problem-solving, rich classroom environments
- A passion for making social studies accessible and engaging for all learners
- Bachelor's degree in History, Social Science, Political Science or related field required; Master's degree preferred
- Experience teaching high school social studies is preferred, and AP teaching experience will be considered a bonus
- Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of professional, timely communication with students and parents
- A service-oriented mindset focused on supporting student success
What You'll Do:
- Create opportunities for student discovery and engagement
- Foster analytical thinking and mathematical reasoning
- Integrate Biblical perspectives into mathematical instruction thoughtfully
- Guide students in developing strong problem-solving skills
- Support students through additional help during designated office hours
Who You Are:
- A mature Christian who actively participates in church community
- An educator who believes in nurturing the whole student
- A creative teacher who makes mathematics come alive
- Someone who thrives in building relationships with diverse learners
- A lifelong learner committed to professional growth
- An enthusiastic contributor to school life beyond the classroom
Our Christian Community:
- Supports the school's Statement of Faith and Declaration of Values
- Models Characteristics of Professional Excellence
- Maintains a Biblically-centered philosophy of education
- Embraces serving diverse students and families
Professional Skills:
- Strong mathematical presentation and explanation abilities
- Excellent organizational and classroom management skills
- Experience with innovative teaching methods
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
Beyond the Classroom:
- Mentor students and support extracurricular activities
- Participate in school events and community building
- Engage in professional development
- Support the mission and values of Fort Bend Christian Academy
