History Teacher [High School]

IDEA Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEA Public Charter School is seeking a knowledgeable History Teacher to provide a rigorous, relevant education. The teacher will plan and deliver instruction that builds historical knowledge, critical thinking, reading, writing, discussion, and civic engagement skills.

The position includes teaching U.S. Government in Fall and either DC History or U.S. History in Spring, based on school needs, with ongoing collaboration and professional development to support student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of history, government, and social studies content.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to high expectations and improving outcomes for all students.
• Prior experience teaching high school students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned history and social studies instruction.
• Create engaging lessons that require students to read, write, think critically, discuss, analyze primary and secondary sources, and defend ideas with evidence.
• Develop and implement curriculum, assessments, projects, and other learning experiences aligned with course standards.
• Regularly assess student learning and use results to reteach, intervene, and adjust instruction.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and academically focused classroom environment.
• Provide additional support and intervention to students who have not yet demonstrated mastery.
• Maintain accurate student grades, attendance, and instructional records.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Participate in professional development, collaborative planning, school events, and other responsibilities that support the IDEA school community.

Skills

History knowledge

Government knowledge

Social studies knowledge

Classroom management

Communication

Education

High school teaching experience preferred

Job description

IDEA Public Charter School is seeking a knowledgeable, engaging, and student-centered History Teacher who is committed to providing students with a rigorous and relevant educational experience. The teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality instruction that develops students’ historical knowledge, critical thinking, reading, writing, discussion, and civic engagement skills.

The teacher will teach U.S. Government during the Fall semester and either DC History or U.S. History during the Spring semester, based on the needs of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned history and social studies instruction.
• Create engaging lessons that require students to read, write, think critically, discuss, analyze primary and secondary sources, and defend ideas with evidence.
• Develop and implement curriculum, assessments, projects, and other learning experiences aligned with course standards.
• Regularly assess student learning and use results to reteach, intervene, and adjust instruction.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and academically focused classroom environment.
• Provide additional support and intervention to students who have not yet demonstrated mastery.
• Maintain accurate student grades, attendance, and instructional records.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Participate in professional development, collaborative planning, school events, and other responsibilities that support the IDEA school community.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of history, government, and social studies content.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to high expectations and improving outcomes for all students.
• Prior experience teaching high school students preferred.