Dynamic Secondary Social Studies Teacher (AP US/World)

Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Professional development

Job summary

Donovan Catholic School invites a dedicated Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 year. The role supports middle and high school courses, with potential AP offerings, emphasizing Catholic values and student development.

The candidate should hold a relevant degree, Georgia certification or plan to obtain it, and demonstrate strong instruction, communication, and classroom management skills, with a commitment to ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in History, Political Science, Economics, and/or Education (Master's preferred).
• Current Georgia teaching certification or ability to obtain within two years.
• Previous experience teaching social studies at HS or postsecondary level.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to Catholic education and values.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging social studies lessons aligned with curriculum and standards.
• Teach US/world history, AP courses, government, and economics as applicable.
• Set high academic and behavioral expectations; support diverse learners.
• Integrate technology to support 21st-century learning.
• Attend events and meetings; maintain attendance and grade records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's in History/Political Science/Economics/Education

Georgia teaching certification or ability to obtain within two years

Experience teaching social studies at high school or postsecondary level

Virtus training and active certification

Catholic faith preferred

Job description

Donovan Catholic School invites a dedicated Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 year. The role supports middle and high school courses, with potential AP offerings, emphasizing Catholic values and student development.

The candidate should hold a relevant degree, Georgia certification or plan to obtain it, and demonstrate strong instruction, communication, and classroom management skills, with a commitment to ongoing professional growth.