Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City's oldest independent school for girls. As an independent, Catholic school, educating students in Pre-K through 12, we are part of an international network of 160 schools. We are committed to a set of principles shared by all Sacred Heart Schools. Known as the "Goals and Criteria," these principles articulate the core components of a Sacred Heart education and charge our community with a unified educational mission.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to building a community that is anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Full-Time
Beginning Late August 2024
Position:Middle School Social Studies - Grades 5 and 6
Reports to:Middle School Division Head
FLSA: Exempt, full-time
Salary Range: $65,000 - $90,000 annually
The Middle School Social Studies teacher will join a highly collaborative, innovative, and experienced faculty. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in Middle School education and the ability to relate and communicate effectively and appropriately with Middle School female students.
Responsibilities:

• Teach 5th Grade Foundations of Civilization and 6th Grade Progress? Or Progress!: Evaluating Change. Both courses develop students' understanding of history from multiple perspectives and use primary sources to enhance students' analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Provide academic support for students outside of class time by answering homework questions, and consulting with them as needed.
• Attend department and faculty meetings.
• Support the students and division by covering homeroom, study halls, lunch duties, and other assignments as needed

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Undergraduate history major
• Master's degree. History, social science, or teaching major preferred
• Previous teaching experience preferred
• Candidate should be open to STEM collaboration and be comfortable with using technology and various scientific tools to enhance students' learning
• Proficiency with current educational technology, especially blended learning platforms and strategies.
• Knowledge of, appreciation for, and demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-bias education, multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communications skills
• Positive team player with a desire to contribute and share your gifts and talents with the students and administration of the school

It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, military status, Vietnam or other veteran status, sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, unemployment status or any other status protected by law. In addition to the protected classifications included in our EEO policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, training, faculty development, promotion, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, employee facilities, termination, and retirement. Any employee who engages in conduct that violates this policy is subject to discipline, up to and including termination.

Tuition reimbursement