Inspiring Middle School History Teacher (Faith-Based)

American Heritage School SLC Campus; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

American Heritage School SLC Campus is seeking a full-time Middle School History Teacher who is passionate about academic excellence and helping students grow spiritually, socially, and intellectually.

The role combines rigorous history instruction with faith-based character development, requiring strong lesson planning, clear objectives, engaging delivery, and the ability to connect classroom learning to real-world contexts for a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Love of youth and passion for teaching and learning
• Commitment to faith-based educational environment aligned with LDS teachings
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• High energy with warm, consistent presence in the classroom
• Experience preparing and delivering daily lesson plans
• Experience establishing and communicating clear learning objectives
• Ability to use a variety of pedagogical methods and willingness to grow professionally

Responsibilities

• Teach Middle School History and English/Writing, helping students grow in academic writing and expression
• Foster a love of history and connect lessons to the world around them
• Inspire a passion for classic literature and thoughtful discussion
• Present information engagingly with strong pacing and clear organization
• Distill knowledge into concepts and principles that students can apply in various settings
• Integrate faith-based principles and moral reasoning into classroom instruction where appropriate
• Serve as an example of Christian character and uphold school mission and values
• Participate in faith-centered activities and school devotionals
• Create and post assignments with clear instructions, rubrics, and models
• Maintain classroom routines and communicate progress clearly with parents and colleagues

Skills

Love of youth

Faith-based environment alignment

Strong communication

Classroom management

High energy

Lesson planning

Learning objectives

Pedagogical methods

Professional growth

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

American Heritage School SLC Campus is seeking a full-time Middle School History Teacher who is passionate about academic excellence and helping students grow spiritually, socially, and intellectually.

The role combines rigorous history instruction with faith-based character development, requiring strong lesson planning, clear objectives, engaging delivery, and the ability to connect classroom learning to real-world contexts for a diverse student body.