Junior High Social Studies Teacher 50,000 starting salary - negotiable based on experience

Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% matching

Full benefits and life insurance

Job summary

Mid-Michigan Area Public Schools Consortium in Flint is seeking a Junior High Social Studies Teacher with a starting salary of $50,000, negotiable based on experience. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in education or related field, and valid Michigan teaching certification is preferred.

The position emphasizes student-centered learning strategies and aims to foster critical thinking and engagement in history and civics.

Qualifications

• Previous classroom experience at middle school level preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to student achievement and equity.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Connect history, civics, and geography to students.
• Use debates and project-based learning in teaching.
• Integrate literacy and research skills into social studies.

Skills

Passion for history, civics, and geography

Strong reading comprehension and writing skills

Student-centered strategies

Critical thinking encouragement

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Valid Michigan teaching certification

Job description

Junior High Social Studies Teacher 50,000 starting salary - negotiable based on experience JobID: 32674

• Position Type: Instructional - Junior High/Middle School

The New Standard has a family-like atmosphere that provides an environment to serve the whole child. The New Standard also serves the community, as it is our mission: "Serving the city of Flint with a higher standard in educational excellence and community wellness."

Why Join The New Standard Academy?

• A strong mission-centered team culture
• Leadership that values innovation, support, and collaboration
• Ongoing professional development and coaching
• A community where students come first—always

What We're Looking For in a Highly Qualified Candidate:

• Passion for history, civics, and geography with the ability to connect past and present
• Strong emphasis on reading comprehension and writing in a social studies context
• Uses student-centered strategies, like debates, document-based questions (DBQs), and project-based learning
• Encourages critical thinking and multiple perspectives
• Integrates social studies content with literacy and research skills
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field (Master's preferred)
• Valid Michigan teaching certification or the ability to obtain one
• Previous classroom experience at the middle school level strongly preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to student achievement, equity, and growth
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Salary Range

Salary Range: Starting pay 50,000.00 (negotiable). Pay increases based on experience.

Starting Date

Starting Date: 2026-2027 School Year

Retirement

Retirement: 401K with 4% and another 4% matching by the school

Benefits

Benefits: Full benefits and life insurance

College transcripts, three references, and a copy of appropriate credentials should also be submitted during the application process.

Prior to employment, the District will request a criminal record history check for past action of crimes. For this reason, information about date of birth, gender, and race is requested as a part of the application process.

The district reserves the right to make changes to the job posting/description as necessary to meet the district's needs. The New Standard Academy is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Postings current as of 6/16/2026 9:12:01 AM CST.