High School Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026

Riverview Gardens; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community dedicated to educational excellence at Riverview Gardens School District. As an educator, you will play a vital role in shaping the academic journey of students, fostering a positive learning environment, and advocating for educational equity. This position involves planning engaging lessons, evaluating student progress, and collaborating with staff and parents to support each scholar's individual needs. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive community, this role is perfect for passionate educators ready to make a difference in the lives of children. Embrace the opportunity to inspire and lead the next generation of learners in a dynamic and nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and teaching certificate required.
• Ability to manage classroom and student behavior effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily and long-range planning for classroom activities.
• Evaluate student progress and manage behavior.

Skills

Effective teaching techniques

Classroom management

Curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal relationships

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching certificate

Job description

Get to Know Us:

Riverview Gardens School District scholars, educators, and parents continue to strive to be a community of dynamic learners and leaders with a commitment to demonstrating social and civic responsibility. RGSD is committed to supporting the academic, social, and emotional needs of all scholars by offering a wide range of learning opportunities, extra-curricular activities, resources, and specialized programs.

RGSD is home to 13 schools, which serve approximately 5,700 students. Committed to providing excellent programs from early childhood education through high school.

Culture:

RGSD is dedicated to regaining full accreditation under the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Riverview Gardens is currently working in collaboration with educational institutions and community partners to support the needs of children.

Interested candidates should have a heart for educating and a willingness to collaborate to help achieve and maintain educational excellence. Ideal candidates are willing to fight and advocate for scholars and educational equity. Join our Ramily!

There is a new view on the horizon and learning is required!

SUMMARY: Reports directly to the building principal. Supervise areas of specific responsibilities as they relate to the classroom or program setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct daily and long-range planning for classroom or program activities.
• Display knowledge of the curriculum and subject matter.
• Use effective teaching techniques, strategies, and skills during lessons.
• Evaluate student progress.
• Manage student behavior.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning.
• Provide for individual differences and learning styles.
• Demonstrate a positive working relationship with the students.
• Communicate student progress and needs to parents.
• Engage in positive interpersonal relationships with members of the school staff.
• Follow policies, regulations, and procedures of the school district.
• Assume responsibilities outside the classroom.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties listed above. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
• A teaching certificate substantiating completion of eligibility requirements for social studies, secondary education.
• Successful completion of a background check by Human Resources.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Year: 10 Month

Salary: Teacher Range on the District Teacher Salary Schedule - minimum $42,000