Social Studies Teacher

Cumberland Valley School District; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cumberland Valley School District is seeking a dedicated Middle School Social Studies Teacher for Mountain View Middle School. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certification for Social Studies and demonstrate strong communication skills. Responsibilities include teaching the approved curriculum and collaborating with a grade-level team. Applicants should be prepared to teach in blended or online formats if required.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a middle school Social Studies teacher preferred.
• Ability to teach the approved curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach Social Studies to middle school students.
• Work as part of a grade-level team.

Skills

Communication

Differentiated Instruction

Collaborative Learning

Educational Technology

Education

Middle Level (4-8) or Secondary (7-12) Social Studies Pennsylvania Teaching Certification

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching / Social Studies
• Date Posted: 5/12/2025
• Location: Mountain View Middle School
• Closing Date: 05/26/2025

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Active and valid Middle Level (4-8) or Secondary (7-12) Social Studies Pennsylvania Teaching Certification
• Prior experience as a middle school Social Studies teacher is preferred
• Willingness to work as part of a grade-level team
• Thorough knowledge of secondary school aged children's physical and psychological aspects
• Good communication skills
• Ability to teach the approved curriculum
• Training in:
• Differentiated Instruction
• Assessment - Rubrics
• Collaborative Learning
• Learning Styles
• Integrated Curriculum
• Process Writing
• Inclusion
• Educational Technology
• Data interpretation for classroom/school improvement planning
• Willingness to teach in a blended or online format if required

Additional Requirements

• Criminal Record Check (less than one year old)
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance (less than one year old)
• FBI Finger Print Clearance (less than one year old)
• TB Test/Mantoux (less than 3 months old)
• Physical examination (if applicable, less than 1 year old)

Training and Orientation

New Teacher Training will be held from August 7th to August 13th.

Additional Information

Applicants requiring assistance or accommodations for testing or interviews should advise us in advance. Do not mail resumes or application materials directly to the district; unsolicited materials will not be acknowledged or returned. Please do not contact the district to inquire about application status due to high volume.

The Cumberland Valley School District is committed to non-discrimination and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, parenting status, pregnancy, or disability. More information can be found at: https://www.cvschools.org/page/non-discrimination-information.