History and Economics Teacher

Great Hearts Academies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Benefits

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies is seeking an Upper School History and Economics Teacher for its Forest Heights campus in San Antonio, TX. The role involves delivering Great Hearts curriculum, fostering a joyful classroom, and partnering with families to support student growth.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s or higher degree, US work authorization, and is committed to professional development within a renowned classical liberal arts framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role.
• US Work Authorization is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
• Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
• Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
• Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.

Skills

US Work Authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Position Title: Upper School History and Economics TeacherLocation: Great Hearts Forest Heights Upper School (5538 Research Rd.,San Antonio, TX 78240)Reports To: HeadmasterFLSA Status: Salaried-ExemptWe are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee costTexas Teacher Retirement SystemUniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universitiesHumanities at Great Hearts:Students read a selection of Great Books from the Western TraditionA strong and deliberate focus on primary sourcesSocratic approach and seminar style discussions in the classroomsHistory courses offered are as follows:Introduction to the American Tradition - 6th gradeAncient History - 7th gradeUS History - 8th gradeAmerican History and Literature - 9th GradeEuropean History and Literature - 10th GradeDuties and Responsibilities:Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.Required/Preferred Education:Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching roleCertification is not required for general educationAll majors are welcomeUS Work Authorization is required.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.