Social Studies Teacher- Upper Level (25-26 school year)

National Catholic Educational Association; Takoma Park (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate full-time Social Studies teacher for grades 6-12. This role involves teaching Economics, Government, and History, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills among students. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in History and a commitment to academic excellence and social justice. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and innovative teaching methods, contributing to a transformative educational experience for young women ready to make a difference in the world.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

403b Plan with Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off (Sick, Personal, Holidays)

Employer Paid Short- and Long-term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in History required; Master's preferred.
• Maryland State Teacher Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 5 out of 8 class periods each day.
• Work collaboratively on curriculum development.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Teaching Economics

Teaching Government

Teaching History

Integrating Technology

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in History

Master's Degree in History/Social Studies

Job description

Notre Dame Preparatory School (NDP), a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for girls in grades 6 - 12 located in Towson, Maryland, seeks a full-time teacher in our Social Studies Department for the 2025 - 2026 school year. This position will involve teaching sections of Upper Level Social Studies including Economics, Government and History. Annual dates for the 10-month position are August 16th to June 15th (as well as attending new employee orientation in mid-August 2025).

Responsibilities:

• Teach 5 out of 8 class periods each day.
• Work collaboratively with members of the Social Studies department on developing/improving curriculum.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Participate in the school community with other duties as assigned, such as advisory.

The ideal candidate will have:

· Bachelor’s degree in History required.

· Master's degree in History/Social Studies preferred.

· Maryland State Teacher Certification and demonstrated expertise in the teaching of economics /government/history preferred.

· A passion for teaching economics /government/history to high school students.

· Ability to integrate technology effectively into instruction.

· Ability to collaborate effectively as a member of the Social Studies department and the NDP community.

· A commitment to Notre Dame Preparatory School’s mission of academic excellence, spiritual growth, and practice of social justice.

Annual salary is $45,000 to $70,000 based upon degrees and experience. NDP offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental and vision), spending accounts (HCSA, HSA, FSA, DCSA), 403b Plan with employer contribution, employer paid short- and long-term disability, employer paid life insurance as well as generous paid time off (sick, personal, holidays and other school closures).

All prospective employees must be able to adequately clear a background check.

Interested candidates should apply online at: https://www.notredameprep.com/employment

Notre Dame Preparatory School is dedicated to the ideals of transformative education. Inspired by the School Sisters of Notre Dame, the school’s founding order, NDP’s dedicated, creative, and extraordinary faculty present an outstanding educational experience, simultaneously rooted in the liberal arts and relevant to today’s society. Through hands-on projects, experiential learning, and foundational

coursework, NDP students think critically, solve problems creatively, and communicate clearly. Outside of the classroom, co-curricular and extra-curricular experiences develop their confidence and leadership. The school’s spiritual and justice mission, rooted in the Gospel and inspired by the SSND charism of unity, anchors students as they seek to become loving, just, and wise young women ready to change the world for the better.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Consistent with all applicable laws, Notre Dame Preparatory School will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other bases prohibited by law, provided the individual is qualified, with or without reasonable accommodations, to perform the essential functions of the job.

All employment decisions shall be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity, and only valid job qualifications will be required.