Upper School History Teacher (long-term substitute)

Columbus Academy; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Academy invites applications for a long-term substitute Upper School History Teacher position, beginning Fall 2026. The role involves teaching five sections, collaborating on curriculum, and communicating student progress to families.

The ideal candidate will have a humanities background, multiple years of history teaching, and a commitment to student-centered pedagogy and the use of technology in the classroom. This is a school community focused on diversity and student well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in humanities or related field.
• 3+ years of teaching history or humanities.
• Familiarity with World Geography and US History.
• Knowledge of modern history instruction and multicultural approaches.
• Experience with student-centered pedagogy and technology integration.

Responsibilities

• Teach five sections that meet regularly but not daily.
• Share supervisory responsibilities with Upper School faculty.
• Collaborate with department colleagues and design curricula.
• Provide progress updates to parents via reports and conferences.
• Use the school's LMS for class activities and assignments.
• Hold students to Columbus Academy’s behavioral standards.
• Support students’ emotional well-being in collaboration with staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a humanities-related field

3+ years of teaching experience in history

Familiarity with World Geography and US History

Student-centered pedagogy and technology integration

Collaborative and reflective practitioner

Job description

Position Description

Columbus Academy seeks a long-term substitute Upper School History Teacher with responsibilities to begin in Fall 2026.

Position Description

Columbus Academy seeks a long-term substitute Upper School History Teacher with responsibilities to begin in Fall 2026.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

• Teach five sections that meet regularly but not daily
• Assume a share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all Upper School faculty members
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues and can design and implement curriculum
• Provide periodic updates to parents about student progress, via both written reports and in-person conferences
• Make use of technological resources, including the school’s online learning management site for classes
• Hold students accountable for Columbus Academy’s standards of behavior
• Work with others in the school community to support each student’s emotional well-being

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a humanities-related field
• 3+ years of teaching experience in history or a humanities-related field.
• Familiarity with World Geography and US History
• Knowledge of trends in history and humanities instruction (particularly multicultural, social, environmental, and global history) at the secondary level
• Experience and comfort with student-centered pedagogy, the integration of technology, and teaching within a block schedule
• A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement, innovation and lifelong learning
• Ability to collaborate with others and to creatively solve problems
• Enthusiasm, a positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills

Physical Conditions

Candidates Must Be Able To Manage The Following Conditions

• Classroom environment
• Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)
• Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.
• A non-smoking campus

Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.

Legal requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.