Middle School Social Studies Teacher, Social Studies (RX) endorsement required, K-8 or 5-9 or 6-12 grade level, up to 1.0 FTE, 2026/27 school year

Traverse City Area Public Schools•Traverse City, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Middle School Social Studies Teacher teaches middle school Social Studies/History courses at East Middle School or West Middle School, with the site to be determined. The position is for the second semester of the 2026/27 school year and may be up to 1.0 FTE. Part-time positions below 1.0 FTE are prorated to the appropriate FTE. Starting salary is based on previous years of teaching experience. The teacher assists students in learning subject matter and skills that contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible individuals. The teacher reports to the building principal and teaches district-approved curriculum while supporting students’ academic and social growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Secondary Education, or completion of an alternative route to teaching certification program.
Must be highly qualified in the assigned subject matter.
Valid Michigan teaching certificate with an elementary or secondary grade-band Social Studies (RX) endorsement: K-8, 5-9, 6-12, or 7-12.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated success in the area of application.

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsement areas are preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach district-approved curriculum.
Meet and instruct assigned classes at designated locations and times.
Plan programs of study that meet students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
Implement policies and rules governing student life and conduct; establish reasonable classroom behavior rules and maintain order fairly.
Encourage students to set and maintain classroom behavior standards.
Guide learning toward curriculum goals and establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Regularly diagnose students’ learning disabilities and seek assistance from district specialists as required.
Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
Supervise the classroom, students, and volunteers.
Perform other duties as assigned.