History/Social Studies Teacher (Grades 9-12)

New Haven Public Schools; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 53,220 - 108,047; Full time

Job summary

New Haven Public Schools in New Haven seeks a History/Social Studies teacher for grades 9-12 at a high school in the community. The candidate must hold CT History & Social Studies 7-12 certification (026) or an equivalent credential.

Salary for the 26-27 school year ranges from $53,220 to $108,047, with union affiliation to Local 933 and access to leadership development and loan forgiveness programs as described in the benefits package.

Job description

Job Overview

History/Social Studies Teacher (Grades 9-12) JobID: 6499

• Position Type: Certified Teacher/ History
• Date Posted: 7/15/2026
• Location: High School in the Community

Job Title

Teacher: History/Social Studies

Location

New Haven Public Schools

Compensation & Benefits

Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers. New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs.

Salary contingent on degree and years of experience: 26-27 School Year: $53,220 - $108,047

Certification Requirements

Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes. 026 (History & Social Studies 7-12) or comparable.

To view Medical Benefit information, click here: https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/human-resources/medical-benefits

Vision

We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers.
Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise.
To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child; the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise.
As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.

An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer, M/F/V/D