SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

South Kitsap High School; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

South Kitsap High School, home of the Wolves, is seeking a Social Studies Teacher to join the SKHS social studies department. The role operates on a semester system within a four-year program, focused on promoting intellectual growth through meaningful education and strong relationships with students, families, and the community.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, using diverse instructional strategies, supporting inclusive classroom practices, and partnering with staff to foster a safe,

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with endorsement in Social Studies or History.
• Must be flexible, collaborative, and committed to student success.
• Experience with diverse students and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Willingness to participate in a team environment and school initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a department and school team member for the education of assigned students.
• Modify instructional programs to meet individual student needs.
• Develop and implement daily lesson plans to meet academic standards.
• Use diverse instructional strategies and available technology to support learning.
• Collaborate with staff to support positive behavior and student progress.
• Maintain accurate student records and timely grades; report progress to parents.

Skills

Teamwork

Planning/Organizing

Computer Skills

Customer Service

Mathematical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral & Written Communication

Professionalism

Quality

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Education

Washington State Teaching Certificate (Social Studies/History)

Job description

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SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

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Job Details

Job ID: 5913306

Application Deadline: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

SOUTH KITSAP HIGH SCHOOL

Reports To:

Building Principal

Bargaining Unit:

SKEA

Department:

Salary Schedule

SKSD Adopted

Employment Type:

Certificated

Salary Range:

Based on Experience

FLSA Status:

Hourly

Adopted Date:

Hours per Day:

7.5

Revised Date:

June 2023

Days per Year:

185

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Job Summary:

This teaching position is in the social studies department at South Kitsap High School, home of the Wolves. SKHS is a four-year comprehensive program that operates on a semester system. The mission of SKHS reflects the goals of the school improvement plan that focus on promoting intellectual growth in students through meaningful education enhanced by positive interpersonal relationships among staff, students, parents, and the community; and the development of a secure, caring, supportive, safe and trusting environment in which students become responsible, contributing members of a changing society. SKHS - It's a Matter of Pride!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates as a department and school team member with responsibility for the education of assigned students;
• Modifies instructional programs to meet individual student needs;
• Participates with other staff to cooperatively plan, develop, and implement a course of instruction designed to achieve required academic learning standards in the physical education curriculum areas;
• Participates with other staff to cooperatively develop effective, positive techniques for improving student behavior;
• Educates special education students within the regular classroom environment in collaboration with staff support;
• Provides positive assistance and guidance to a diverse population;
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse and report student progress to parents regularly;
• Maintains student records, daily grades, essential learnings data, and cumulative records in a timely and orderly fashion. Report’s student progress to parents regularly;
• Provides instruction to students utilizing a variety of instructional strategies aimed at meeting individual student needs, and utilizing appropriate and available resources, including technology;
• Participates in child guidance discussions with students to provide appropriate programs for their educational level;
• Participates in team and individual instructional planning, which includes writing daily lesson plans;
• Participates in staff meetings, planning events, and department/unit meetings.
• Participates in the total building program, including assemblies, contests, and other student activities;
• Works cooperatively with total building staff in an atmosphere of cooperation and collegiality.

Competencies:

Teamwork – Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests;

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; conserves organizational resources;

Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer operating systems;

Customer Service – Maintains professional demeanor when dealing with difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff, student and public needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance;

Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;

Interpersonal Skills – Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment;

Oral and Written Communication – Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively;

Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments;

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality;

Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly;

Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time;

Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Social Studies or History required;
• Must be flexible, exhibit a commitment to accomplishment, possess outstanding communication and conceptual skills, demonstrate appropriate and positive student relationships, possess a strong professional orientation, and be willing to actively participate in a team environment;
• Demonstrated successful teaching experience and a willingness/ability to utilize a variety of research-based effective instructional strategies, including an emphasis on reading skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge of an integrated curriculum and a commitment to broaden knowledge in curriculum methods by participating in classes, workshops, in-services, peer coaching, reading, etc.;
• Demonstrated knowledge of new technology and an ability to incorporate into instructional programs;
• Demonstrated compatibility with staff, program, and school goals;
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a positive attitude and safe environment for students, self and others.

Other Requirements:

• Internal Candidates Only – Submit Voluntary Transfer Request to Sadie Hoettel, Employment Services Specialist in Human Resources.

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, please visit SEBB and SEBB Enrollment Guide or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at [phone] or [e-mail].

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sadie Hoettel
• 2689 Hoover Ave. SE
• Port Orchard, Washington 98366
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation - including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

The Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Gender Inclusivity Officer with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing, and ensuring compliance with this policy are:

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:

Will Sarett, Executive Director of Human Resources

2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

360-874-7071

[e-mail]

Section 504 Coordinator:

Eric Nerison

Executive Director of Student Support

2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

360-443-7062

[e-mail]

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:

Monica Zuber, Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership

2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

360-874-7003

[e-mail]

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at [phone].

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.