Middle School Economics/US History Teacher

0200 Great Hearts Texas Recruiting; Forest Heights (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Texas Teacher Retirement System

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies in San Antonio seeks a Middle School Economics and History Teacher to inspire students through the Great Hearts curriculum. You will plan thoughtful lessons, foster a joyful, disciplined classroom, and partner with families to support student growth.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or higher, US work authorization, and a commitment to the academy's founding principles. Local travel for training may be required; employment includes strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role.
• US work authorization is required.
• All majors are welcome for general education roles.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials.
• Prepare thoughtful lessons and maintain an orderly, joyful classroom.
• Provide academic support, monitor progress, and partner with leadership.
• Uphold culture, dress code, safety procedures, and a respectful environment.
• Communicate with families, schedule conferences, and foster home–school partnerships.
• Participate in school life, collaborate with colleagues, and pursue professional growth.

Skills

Teaching

Family communication

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Position Title: Middle School Economics and History Teacher Location: Great Hearts Forest Heights (5538 Research Rd. San Antonio, TX 78240) Reports To: Headmaster FLSA Status: Salaried-Exempt

We 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 cost Texas Teacher Retirement System Uniquely 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 universities.

Humanities at Great Hearts:

Students read a selection of Great Books from the Western Tradition A strong and deliberate focus on primary sources Socratic approach and seminar style discussions in the classrooms

At the middle school level, the History courses offered are as follows:

• World History & Cultures (6th grade)
• Texas History (7th grade)
• US History: Beginnings - 1877 (8th grade)

Duties 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.teaching.

Required/Preferred Education:

Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role Certification is not required for general education All majors are welcome US 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.

We celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds inside and outside education who bring unique perspectives and ideas to enrich our community.

Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education. We are a growing network of charter schools and private Christian schools, expanding in existing and new regions across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas. Whether you are seeking teaching, leadership, or campus support opportunities, we have established a mission-driven culture and emphasis on learning and growing, professionally and personally. At Great Hearts, we provide a calling to shape the future through an education that fosters human flourishing and academic excellence.

Learn how you can grow both in mind and heart as an employee of Great Hearts. If you need support with the Careers website, application or the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].