High School Social Studies Teacher

Why Walden School?

Walden is a vibrant learning community that inspires students to think critically and creatively, encourages and supports risk-taking in the classroom, and emphasizes the importance of intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning. Our responsive, dedicated, and compassionate teachers create a classroom environment that leads students to discover and develop their passions and provides them with the tools required to be successful in today’s complex, global society.

Teachers are empowered to engage in curriculum design and execution by bringing their enthusiasm and creativity to the classroom. Walden teachers are given creative agency to build and support our students' various learning styles, along with creating trust-based observation through a collaborative learning and teaching approach. Walden focuses on equitable grading and teaching practices as well as shared decision-making on student success. Walden administration and faculty work in partnership to develop supportive classroom management as well as opportunities for continued professional development. Walden School believes in empowering faculty while providing each with classroom resources and community support while building autonomy as knowledgeable and skillful educators.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Walden School fosters a community of inclusion that respects, celebrates, and compassionately champions the culture, ethnicity, race, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, and gender identities of our LGBTQ community and the personal diversity of each member of the Walden family. Walden strives to promote cultural competency and understanding through its curriculum, instruction, programming, and community outreach.

Position Overview

We are currently looking for a High School Social Studies teacher for the 2025-26 School Year. The High School Social Studies teacher will be responsible for developing and delivering lessons that encourage critical thinking about history, politics, economics, and culture. They will work with students to foster an understanding of the world around them, promoting awareness of past events, present-day issues, and future possibilities. As a teacher and advisor, this position will also be tasked with facilitating advisory lessons based on a social/emotional curriculum. Candidates should feel mentoring students is equally as important as teaching content. Walden is a diverse community that draws students and families with a wide variety of ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Candidates who have experience with diverse populations are especially encouraged to apply.

Job Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Studies, History, Education, or related field.
• Two years of experience in a classroom setting is desired, but not mandatory.
• Current teaching certification is desirable, but not mandatory.
• Practical experience with Google Apps For Education.
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to create an engaging, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
• Knowledge of current events and trends in social studies education.

Job Responsibilities

• Create daily lesson plans and learning activities for students based on standards in science education and research and knowledge of developmental behaviors.
• Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction in the form of discussion, direct teaching, blended learning, demonstrations, and independent practice using a variety of proven methods.
• Evaluate student performance on tasks established by the standards using different methods such as observation, performance-based tasks, or other assessment practices.
• Differentiate lessons when needed to give all students access to the curriculum regardless of learning need.
• Establish a relationship with the parent community to ensure that parents are kept well informed about their student’s progress
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and supportive classroom by modeling expected behavior and standards, promoting positive interactions, and quickly addressing behaviors that are not in line with the school discipline plan.
• Improve skills and knowledge in teaching by participating in ongoing professional development and discovering new methods of delivering exciting content to students.
• Collaborate with other teachers and parents to support the positive progress of students.
• Participate in, and assist with, school events as required.
• Sponsor at least one club in the high school.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities; Progressive health, dental, and vision care plans with built-in rewards; Life insurance up to one year’s salary; Retirement match and tuition remission for dependents 70%; Free extended daycare for dependents until 6 pm; Paid paternity, maternity, and medical emergency leave; Daily free lunch and parking. Free health insurance for a single plan.

Application Process

To apply, please complete a resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please describe how your educational philosophy aligns with Walden’s mission statement, your specific experiences teaching diverse populations, and how your strengths as an educator will enhance Walden’s community.

Those who are brought forward into the interview process will receive further details about compensation and benefits available to full-time Walden teachers.

Non-discrimination Statement

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,000