Engaging High School Civics & Economics Teacher

Detroit Community Schools; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Job summary

Detroit Community Schools is seeking a full-time Civics/Economics Teacher in Detroit, MI. The successful candidate must hold Michigan certification with a Social Studies endorsement and will deliver standards-aligned instruction to high school students, fostering critical thinking and civic engagement.

You will develop lessons on government, economics, and current events, differentiate instruction, and assess student progress while maintaining a positive classroom environment and collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Studies, History, Political Science, Economics, Education, or related field.
• Valid Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate with Social Studies endorsement.
• Strong knowledge of Civics, Economics, government, and social studies curriculum and instructional practices.
• Ability to facilitate engaging discussions and develop lessons that promote critical thinking and civic awareness.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in Civics and Economics to high school students.
• Create lesson plans and activities that promote critical thinking and informed decision-making.
• Teach concepts related to government structures, civic participation, rights and responsibilities, economics, and personal finance.
• Encourage respectful discussion and thoughtful analysis of diverse perspectives and civic issues.
• Develop and administer assessments (assignments, quizzes, tests, projects, presentations).
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and needs.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate academic records with timely feedback.
• Incorporate current events, primary sources, technology, and other resources to enhance learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Studies / Education

Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate with Social Studies endorsement

Master's degree (plus)

Job description

Detroit Community Schools is seeking a full-time Civics/Economics Teacher in Detroit, MI. The successful candidate must hold Michigan certification with a Social Studies endorsement and will deliver standards-aligned instruction to high school students, fostering critical thinking and civic engagement.

You will develop lessons on government, economics, and current events, differentiate instruction, and assess student progress while maintaining a positive classroom environment and collaborating