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Job description
Social Studies Teacher
At Martin Luther School, we believe every student deserves access to an excellent education, even if their path to school has included challenges, disruption, or trauma.
Our students are bright, curious, and capable. What many of them have needed is a school that understands how learning and emotional development are connected. At MLS, strong instruction and social-emotional support work together. Both are essential to helping students grow as learners.
Our classrooms are supported by a collaborative team that includes teachers, social workers, behavior specialists, and clinical leaders. Staff work closely together to understand each student, problem-solve challenges, and create environments where students feel safe enough to take academic risks and stay engaged in learning. Teachers are never working in isolation. They are part of a thoughtful system that supports both students and educators.
Job summary:
We are looking for a Social Studies Teacher who is responsible for designing and delivering student-centered learning in Social Studies. The focus of the position is to provide direct instruction to students to help them learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their social, emotional, and academic development. The right candidate believes that students learn best when they are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, and stay engaged even when learning is challenging. Essential job functions are as follows but not limited to:
Plan and teach Social Studies courses
Build motivation and interest in learning
Prepare effectively for class and provide documentation of students' progress.
Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based practices
Develop an environment that supports student learning
Education and experience:
Bachelor's degree
Content area teaching certificate is preferred but not required at the time of hire
Teachers will need to obtain Pennsylvania certification, and the school will support staff in completing the required coursework and process
A minimum of three (3) years' experience working in a school setting is preferred but not required
Benefits include:
3 health insurance plans included, one at no cost to the employee!
2 dental plans to choose from
Educational assistance for professional development and Act 48/CEUs
403b retirement plan with organizational match
Group Term Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Short and Long-term Disability coverage
Generous paid time off and Personal Holidays
Funding for employee self-care activities
Martin Luther School is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Worksite address
plymouth meeting, PA, 19462, US
Who can apply
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