Academy of the Sacred Heart is seeking a dynamic and engaging Upper School Social Studies Teacher to join our faculty. This position works closely with the Upper School Division Head, students, families, and colleagues to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of students while upholding the mission and Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching Upper School social studies courses and supporting student learning and growth
• Designing engaging, student-centered lessons and assessments
• Communicating regularly with students, parents, counselors, and colleagues
• Supporting students through advisory and community-building programs
• Maintaining a positive, safe, and collaborative classroom environment
• Participating in school events, retreats, meetings, and professional development opportunities
• Collaborating with faculty on curriculum development and interdisciplinary learning experiences
• Supervising and interacting with students throughout the school day
• Modeling professionalism, ethical behavior, and the values of Sacred Heart education

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in history, economics, or political science or other social science discipline
• Secondary certification in social studies
• At least two years of teaching experience at the high school level
• Experience teaching/planning Advanced Placement courses
• Ability to design innovative, engaging, and differentiated instruction 
• Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues including the desire to plan integrative curriculum experiences across the disciplines and divisions
• Excellent communication skills and ability to constructively collaborate with colleagues and parents

About Academy of the Sacred Heart

The Academy of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Catholic, college-prep institution for girls offering 17 years of instruction for toddlers through twelfth grade. Academy of the Sacred Heart is one of 24 Network of Sacred Heart Schools in the United States-Canada sponsored by the Religious of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ).

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